Kribensis

Kribensis Cichlids are beautiful and peaceful aquarium fish. They are also very easy to care for. While many fish in the Cichlid family are notorious for being bullies, that’s not the case with the Kribensis Cichlid. The Kribensis Cichlid is a peaceful dwarf species that does well in community fish tank.

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Features of Kribensis Cichlid:

• The most identifying feature for females is the reddish pink belly
• Kribensis originates from Africa
• This Fish can be found in a variety of color morphs
• The average lifespan of a Kribensis Cichlid is about 5 years 

Kribensis Cichlid: Care, Diet and Tank Mates

The Best Aquarium Size for Kribensis:

Kribensis Cichlids can be housed in a 75L aquarium. Some owners have seen success housing single Kribensis Cichlids in smaller 40L tanks, but larger is always better. After an Aquarium for your fish? Browse Aquarium Tank Selection here.

Tank Mate Compatibility:

Kribensis Cichlids are peaceful and non-aggressive. They get along with most like-minded species. Here are some possible Kribensis cichlid tank mates:

• Apistogramma
  
• Congo Tetra
• Corydoras Catfish
• Most types of plecos
• Siamese Algae Eater
• Tiger Barb
• Harlequin Rasbora

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Kribensis Fish Food ：

Natural omnivores, Kribensis Cichlids appreciate a diet with lots of variety. Cichlid Fish Food can be ：

• OSI Cichlid Flakes 
• Fish Fuel Frozen Cichlid Food
• Hikari Cichlid Pellet
• Bloodworms 
• Dried blackworms
• Brine Shrimp

 

Kribensis Cichlid Tank Setup:

Aquarium Filtration

A strong filtration system is appreciated. Make sure the filter matches with your tank size. Here are some great ones to consider:

• 207 Performance Canister Filter By Fluval
• Classic External Canister Filter 2213 (250)By EHEIM
• Aqua One 1000 External Canister Filter

Aquatic Plants

There are a couple of Aquarium Plants that you can add to keep your Kribensis Cichlids comfortable. They won‘t eat plants, but they may uproot some.Click here to shop some Live Aquarium Plants.

Decorations

Caves are one of the most important things you need in a tank with Kribensis Cichlids. Driftwood, flat rocks, coconut shells, and even clay pots are all good choices. Ornaments for your tank:

• biOrb Ornaments Collections
• Aqua One Ornaments Collections
• Kazoo ornaments collections

Substrate

Fine gravel is easy to move around and is safe enough for the fish to handle. A variety of Substrates are available at Coburg Aquarium.