What fish can I keep with kribensis?
A few companions I would recommend you try with your kribensis are platies, dwarf gourami, kuhli loach, rummy nose tetras, killifish and swordtails. Even so, rainbow kribs can be quite erratic and unpredictable meaning they can be the most peaceful fish in your fish tank or outrightly belligerent.
How long does it take for kribensis fry to grow?
three to four weeks
The fry grow rapidly, and within three to four weeks, they will be able to handle crumbled flake and small frozen foods, such as bloodworms. After six weeks, the fry can be safely moved to another tank for growing out.
How hardy are kribensis?
Kribensis cichlids are hardy and do not grow very large, two factors that make them possible to keep, even in small aquariums. Therefore, it is important that the aquarium includes natural borders and at least one cave to provide hiding spots for other fish.
What do you feed Kribensis fry?
Crushed flake food will work fine for them. A better option, would be New Life Spectrum Small Fry Starter. You would be aiming to feed them 3 times a day if possible and small amounts. Try and feed the older fish at one end of the tank and the fry if they come out at the other end.
How many Kribensis should I have?
We recommend an aquarium that can hold 20 to 30 gallons. Some owners have seen success housing single Kribensis Cichlids in smaller 10-gallon tanks, but larger is always better. With a larger tank, you can keep a bonded pair together or create a small community.
Are Kribensis fin nippers?
About Kribensis Cichlids These Cichlids are extremely peaceful and are normally used as community fish. They are rather small, reaching sizes of only three to four inches long, and are considered a dwarf cichlid. They may nip the fins of certain fish, such as long finned plecos or angelfish.
What kind of fish is a Pelmatochromis pulcher?
Kribensis (Pelmatochromis pulcher) Pelmatochromis pulcher is a bright dwarf cichlid which is not very demanding as for its tank conditions. From Latin «Pelva» means «abdomen», «chromis» – is a color and «pulcher» means beautiful, so all these words describe the fish completely.
Where does the Pelvicachromis pulcher live in the world?
Pelvicachromis pulcher is a freshwater fish of the cichlid family, endemic to Nigeria and Cameroon.
Where do Kribensis Pulcher Maidenhead fish come from?
Cross and Ogun rivers; Lower Niger; and Ehoma Floodplain, Afikpo, Southern Nigeria. Also known from coastal areas of Cameroon. The species was introduced to Hawaii. Male fish are larger with elongated dorsal & anal fins. Mature females with pronounced red/purple stomach region.
What kind of predators do Pelvicachromis pulcher prey on?
The species is prey for a number of rheophilic predators including Hepsetus odoe, Hydrocynus forskahlii, and Lates niloticus ( Nile perch ). In the natural habitat, P. pulcher have been observed excavating, defending, and sheltering in caves dug underneath plants, and these holes are also used for breeding.