Pelvicachromis kribensis

Males from Nyété often have 3–5 gold-edged eyespots on the upper caudal fin, unlike the Lobé form, which lacks these tail spots.

Natural habitat: Native to coastal freshwater habitats in Cameroon and on Bioko Island.

This is P. kribensis from Cameroon, not P. pulcher sold under the name kribensis. It needs fine sand, subdued light and good water quality.

Social behaviour and territory

Pairs: the female initially tends eggs and fry inside a cave while the male guards outside. Both parents tend the young after they leave the cave.

Accepts ordinary aquarium fish foods; ensure suitable food size and confirm the fish eat.

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