Pelvicachromis Pulcher
Common Name:
Kribensis, Purple Cichlid
Country Locality:
Widespread, most notably Nigeria, Cameroon, DR Con
Habitat:
Leaf litter and woodstrewn streams and rivers
Max size male:
4"
Max size female:
3"
ph range:
6-7.2 Ideal,
Temp range:
23-27*C
Diet:
Pelvicachromis are primarily algae\detritus grazers, diet should include many greens.
Breeding:
P. Pulcher is a cave spawner, that forms monogamous pairs. While eggs are protected by the female, free swimming fry are cared for by both parents. The female develops the bright charicteristic red or purple belly when in breeding condition. This fish is an excellent choice for anyone trying to spawn their fish for the first time.
Difficulty:
Beginner
General Info:
P Pulcher is an excellent choice for a starter cichlid, but care should be taken if housing a pair as they will get aggresive if courting\spawning.
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