Zebra cichlid

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:BIC
gptkbp:aquarium_decorations Natural decor enhances habitat.
gptkbp:aquarium_trade Requires hiding spots
Not suitable with small fish
Rocky substrate preferred
Can uproot plants
gptkbp:average_temperature 24-28 ° C
gptkbp:behavior Territorial
gptkbp:breeding_behavior Egg layer
Form strong bonds
Maternal mouthbrooder
Higher in established tanks
gptkbp:breeding_range 6-12 months
gptkbp:care_instructions Parents protect fry
Crushed flakes or powdered food
gptkbp:character_traits Aggressive during breeding
gptkbp:color Striped blue and yellow
gptkbp:color_scheme Distinctive stripes
gptkbp:color_variation Different morphs exist
gptkbp:coloration During breeding season
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Zebra_cichlid
gptkbp:communication Uses body language and color changes
gptkbp:community Best in species-specific tanks
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cuisine Pellets, flakes, frozen food
gptkbp:death Fast growth in optimal conditions
gptkbp:diet gptkb:carnivore
gptkbp:difficulty Moderately hard water
gptkbp:distribution Endemic to Africa
gptkbp:egg_laying 50-100 eggs
gptkbp:family gptkb:Cichlidae
gptkbp:fishkeeping_challenges Aggression and breeding care
gptkbp:foraging_behavior Twice a day
gptkbp:fuel_capacity Minimum 30 gallons
Regular water changes required
Small to medium-sized fish
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Julidochromis
gptkbp:habitat Freshwater
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Zebra cichlid
gptkbp:incubation_period 3-4 days
gptkbp:lifespan Up to 10 years
gptkbp:lighting Moderate lighting preferred
gptkbp:mating_rituals Courtship displays
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:Lake_Tanganyika
gptkbp:p_hlevel 7.8-9.0
gptkbp:photography Caves and crevices beneficial
gptkbp:predators Larger fish species
gptkbp:related_species Julidochromis transcriptus
gptkbp:research Studied for behavior and ecology
gptkbp:research_importance Popular in aquarium trade
gptkbp:scientific_name Julidochromis marlieri
gptkbp:size Up to 4 inches
gptkbp:social_behavior Can be aggressive towards own species
gptkbp:social_structure Pairs or small groups
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships May coexist with certain species
gptkbp:tank_mates Other Lake Tanganyika cichlids
gptkbp:territory Common in males
gptkbp:water_management Good filtration recommended
gptkbp:water_quality Sensitive to poor conditions
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Convict_cichlid
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6