Kribensis Cichlid Pelvicachromis pulcher
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Pelvicachromis pulcher
Origin region
West Africa (Niger Delta and tributaries)
Care level
Easy
Level in tank
Bottom-Mid
Adult size (cm)
10.00
Minimum tank (L)
80
Temperament
Peaceful to semi-aggressive
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
24.0–27.0
pH
6.00–7.50
GH (dGH)
3.0–12.0
KH (dKH)
2.0–8.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–1.00
Habitat & environment
West Africa (Niger Delta and tributaries)
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful to semi-aggressive
Breeding & care
Cave spawner. Provide coconut shells or small caves. Both parents guard eggs and fry; soft, slightly acidic water helps trigger spawning.
Notes
Colourful dwarf cichlid. Males larger with pointed fins; females shorter with a rounded, rosy belly. Good in planted, cave-rich tanks.