{"product_id":"albino-kribensis-pelvicachromis-pulcher-var","title":"Albino Kribensis – Pelvicachromis pulcher var.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbino Kribensis (Pelvicachromis pulcher var.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Albino Kribensis is a colourful captive-bred form of the popular West African dwarf cichlid, admired for its pale body colour, red eyes, warm belly tones and excellent breeding behaviour. This small cichlid is hardy, characterful and well suited to mature community aquariums with caves, plants and peaceful tankmates. Although generally manageable, it is still a cichlid and can become territorial, especially when a pair forms or when breeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbino Kribensis, Albino Krib, Kribensis Cichlid, Rainbow Krib, Purple Cichlid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePelvicachromis pulcher var.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrain \/ Form:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbino captive-bred colour form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 8–10 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWild \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePelvicachromis pulcher\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are native to West Africa, including parts of Nigeria and Cameroon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the wild, they are associated with slow-moving streams, still waters, vegetated margins, shaded areas and habitats with roots, leaf litter, caves and natural shelter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Albino Kribensis is a captive-bred aquarium strain rather than a wild colour form, but it still benefits from a well-structured aquarium with caves, plants, wood and calm areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 24–27°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH Range: 6.0–7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness: Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmmonia\/Nitrite: 0 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNitrate: Kept low and stable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlow: Gentle to moderate preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSemi-aggressive \/ Territorial when breeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbino Kribensis are generally peaceful for a cichlid, but pairs can become territorial around caves and spawning sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are best kept with peaceful but confident community fish that will not harass them or invade their breeding cave.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf breeding occurs, both parents may guard the eggs and fry strongly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmnivore \/ Dwarf Cichlid Diet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbino Kribensis are easy to feed and accept a varied diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffer quality tropical flakes, small cichlid pellets, micro granules and fine sinking foods as the staple diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplement with frozen or live foods such as bloodworm, brineshrimp, daphnia, cyclops, mosquito larvae and finely chopped meaty foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome vegetable-based foods or spirulina foods can also be included for variety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 75 litres for a compatible pair\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarger aquariums are recommended for community setups, groups of juveniles or tanks with multiple territories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide caves, coconut shells, wood, plants and visual barriers to help reduce territorial disputes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Albino Kribensis spends much of its time close to the lower and middle areas of the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs often choose a cave or sheltered area and may dig slightly around the entrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis species is a cave-spawning cichlid, with both parents often showing strong parental care once eggs or fry are present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommunity Suitability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSemi-Aggressive Community Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Albino Kribensis is suitable for mature, carefully planned community aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable tankmates include peaceful tetras, rasboras, danios, small barbs, corydoras with care, bristlenose plecos, rainbowfish, livebearers in suitable water and other calm community fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid aggressive cichlids, fin-nippers, very tiny fish, delicate shrimp, slow timid bottom dwellers and any fish likely to enter or disturb the breeding cave.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep in a mature aquarium with stable water quality and plenty of cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide at least one cave per pair, with extra hiding places if keeping them in a community aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid bright, bare aquariums, as cover helps reduce stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not overcrowd the bottom of the tank, as Kribensis use caves and lower-level territories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs can become protective when breeding, so tankmates should have enough space to avoid the territory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbino forms may appear more sensitive to bright lighting, so shaded areas, plants and floating cover are useful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular water changes and low nitrate will help maintain colour, breeding condition and long-term health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginner to intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon to occasional, depending on supplier, size and colour form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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