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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.

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Created: 2025-09-02 14:57:40
Updated: 2025-09-02 14:57:40
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