How many kribensis are in a community tank?

How many kribensis are in a community tank?

The only problem with keeping them in a community tank is that they become extremely territorial during breeding. They are fabulous parents, which unfortunately includes a great deal of aggression. This can be avoided by keeping only one Kribensis or same sex pairs or groups.

Where are kribensis cichlids from?

A dwarf cichlid, kribensis is a colorful fish that’s easy to care for. Its Latin name translates to “beautiful belly.” During the spawning season, the female sports a brilliant, cherry-red colored belly. Kribensis fish originate in the African waters of southern Nigeria and the coastal areas of Cameroon.

Are kribensis cichlids aggressive?

Because they are dedicated parents, kribs become aggressive while protecting their young. This aggression is usually not a problem if the aquarium is large enough, but they will protect egg and fry—violently, if necessary.

Will kribensis eat their fry?

Plecos and Synodontis are largely krib-proof, but these armored catfish will readily eat any eggs or fry, so think twice before placing them in the tank.

What fish can live with kribs?

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.

Can kribensis live with Mollies?

Kribensis (Pelvicachromis pulcher): Questions about behavior and species they can be kept together with. Kribensis (Pelvicachromis pulcher) hardly ever dig, if at all. Mollies and also Platies are generally possible.

How big do Apistogrammas get?

Apistogramma are dwarf cichlids with adults reaching between 2 and 8 cm (0.8–3.1 in) in standard length depending on exact species.

How aggressive are Kribensis?

Kribensis are acceptably peaceful fish, though they get quite aggressive when breeding, and are somewhat unpredictable, with some individuals more belligerent than others. They also like to have their space to themselves hence tend to be more feisty in small aquariums where contact with other fish is frequent.

Can Kribensis live with snails?

Some snails are still in the tank, which is good so they eat leftovers. For some reason the Kribs are eating snails, but not all of them. Now the Kribensis are happily thriving and breeding on a regular basis. Their fry also like to eat snail eggs and baby snails.

Can Kribensis live with apistogramma?

Assuming this tank is 24 inches in length, you could have one or the other species, a pair if Kribensis or a trio (1 male, 2 female) of Apistogramma cacatuoides (this is a harem species).

Are kribs live bearers?

Breeding kribs is fairly easy compared to some larger cichlids and popular aquarium fish like betta, but they are harder to breed than livebearers. Kribs are uniquely secretive spawners, which means you will need to find a suitable spot for your fish to lay their eggs.

Will kribs eat shrimp?

Pretty much if the fish can fit the shrimp in its mouth, consider the shrimp fancy feeders.

Where does the Pelvicachromis pulcher fish come from?

Pelvicachromis pulcher. Pelvicachromis pulcher is a freshwater fish of the cichlid family, endemic to Nigeria and Cameroon. The species is popular amongst aquarium hobbyists, and is most commonly sold under the name kribensis, although the species has other common names, including various derivatives and color morphs…

What kind of habitat does p.pulcher live in?

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. Not all P. pulcher, however, claim territories and many live in large, non-reproductive aggregates.

What’s the difference between a male and female Pelvicachromis?

Males have pointed pelvic, dorsal, and anal fins, while the female’s pelvic, dorsal, and anal fins are more rounded in appearance. In addition, males are larger, lack the gold sheen to the dorsal fin and have a more elongated, spade-shaped caudal fin.

Is the p.pulcher a red or yellow fish?

Like many albino animals red and yellow pigments are retained, however, albino P. pulcher also show patches of melanin in the dorsal and caudal fin around the ocelli. Langhammer (1982) reports that matings from these albino forms with red and yellow pigments produce 25% wild coloured offspring and 75% albino fry.