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Scientific name:
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Pelvicachromis pulcher
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Common name:
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Kribensis
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Sexing:
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Male is larger also has pointed anal fin and extended cordial rays on the cordial fin, female has rounded anal fin.
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Habitat:
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Southern Nigeria Africa where it is found in brackish water.
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Food:
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Readily accepts most live and frozen foods also flakes, pellets and freeze dried foods.
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Care and maintenance:
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Prefers a well planted tank, provide hiding places such as caves, rocks and driftwood also needs some open swimming area. Kribs form pairs, is relatively peaceful and tolerant but is territorial; they like to burrow but rarely damages plants.
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Water conditions:
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8-10°dGH, pH around 6.8
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Temperature:
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23°-26°c, 74°-82°F
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Size:
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Males to 4” (10cm) females smaller
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Tank size:
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24” (61cm)
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