CheckMyFishTankKribensis care
Pelvicachromis pulcher · Freshwater · Beginner level care
A hardy, colorful dwarf cichlid that breeds in caves.
Feeding
Twice a day. A small pinch they finish in about 2 minutes, a little more for bigger fish. Pellets, frozen foods, flakes.
Claims a territory and guards it.
Good tank mates
Fish that pass every check with Kribensis in a 60 gallon tank: same water, overlapping temperature, nobody gets eaten and no bullies.
Do not mix with
- Tinfoil Barb: Tinfoil Barb grows big enough to eat Kribensis.
- White Cloud Mountain Minnow: White Cloud Mountain Minnow and Kribensis need different water temperatures.
- Discus: Discus and Kribensis need different water temperatures.
- Oscar: Oscar grows big enough to eat Kribensis.
- Green Terror: Green Terror grows big enough to eat Kribensis.
- Demasoni Cichlid: Demasoni Cichlid fight their own kind. Keep only one per tank.
- Frontosa: Frontosa grows big enough to eat Kribensis.
- Common Goldfish: Common Goldfish and Kribensis need different water temperatures.
Questions
What size tank does a Kribensis need?
At least 30 gallons for a group of 2. Adults grow to about 4 inches, so plan for the adult size, not the size at the store.
What temperature does a Kribensis like?
75 to 81 degrees Fahrenheit, with a pH of about 6 to 7.5. A steady temperature matters more than hitting one exact number.
How many Kribensis should I keep together?
Keep 2 or more. They feel safe in a group and show better color and behavior.
What do Kribensis eat?
Pellets, frozen foods, flakes. Feed twice a day: a small pinch they finish in about 2 minutes, a little more for bigger fish.
Sources
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