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Gold Kribensis Pelvicachromis subocellatus

Water: Freshwater

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Gold Kribensis photo
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Overview

Scientific name
Pelvicachromis subocellatus
Origin region
West Africa (Lower Congo Basin)
Care level
Moderate
Level in tank
Bottom-Mid
Adult size (cm)
9.00
Minimum tank (L)
90
Temperament
Peaceful to semi-aggressive
Diet
Omnivore

Water parameters

Temperature (°C)
24.0–27.0
pH
6.00–7.20
GH (dGH)
2.0–10.0
KH (dKH)
1.0–6.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–1.00

Habitat & environment

West Africa (Lower Congo Basin)

Feeding

Omnivore

Temperament & behaviour

Peaceful to semi-aggressive

Breeding & care

Cave spawner; both parents tend fry. Provide multiple caves to reduce aggression between pairs.

Notes

Golden tones with eye spots in fins. Slightly more sensitive than P. pulcher. Enjoys botanicals and hiding spots.

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