Species Care
SCARLET KRIBENSIS (SACRIMONTIS)
Pelvicachromis sacrimontis
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Max Growth Size: 9 cm
- Temperament: Peaceful, territorial when breeding.
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Preferred Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 22-27 degrees celsius
- pH Level: 6.5-7.5
- General Hardness: Soft
Range: West Africa: southwestern Nigeria
Reproduction: Spawns in a cave, eggs and fry guarded by the parents.
Feeding: Omnivorous. Eats all normal foods.
Additional Comments: Pairing fish. Needs hiding places. Scarlet Kribensis are an excellent choice for anyone wanting to keep a colourful Cichlid and observe their fascinating parental care. This species is similar to in appearance to the Kribensis, but displays more red colour when in breeding condition.
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