Kribensis - Pelvicachromis pulcher
Common Name | Kribensis |
Scientific Name | Pelvicachromis pulcher |
Max Size | 10cm (Females are smaller) |
Lifespan | 5 Years |
Origin | Nigeria |
Tank Setup | Planted aquarium with rocks or bogwood for shelter |
Tank Level | Bottom Dweller |
Min Tank Size |
76 Litre |
Compatibility | Often kept in community tanks, but can be aggressive when spawning |
Temperature | 75-80°F |
Water chemistry | Medium hard, pH 6.0-8.0 |
Feeding | Omnivorous. Accepts flake, frozen, and live foods, especially bloodworm and Daphnia. |
Sexing | |
Breeding | Cave spawners: the female will guard the fry while the male guards the territory. |
Above: Adult make Kribensis
Above: Adult Male Kribensis in foreground with Female in background
Above: My first batch of Kribensis fry, total of 6
Above: One of my Kribensis fry about 3cm in length