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kribensis breeding experiences?
Posted: Fri May 30, 2025 9:45 pm
by fisher_2
Just picked up 3 kribs today and I'm pretty sure I've got 1 male and 2 females. The one I think is male has a level dorsal fin and a smaller abdomen, whereas the two females have a bigger belly. One of them has a more pronounced cherry pink spot than the other. Can anyone confirm my sexing attempt and also let me know if they'll breed? Planning to post pics later.
Re: kribensis breeding experiences?
Posted: Fri May 30, 2025 9:58 pm
by rivelo
The male kribs' dorsal fin usually has a sharp point at the end. Sounds like you've got the sexing right, one male and two females. To breed them, just keep 'em well fed and do regular water changes, shouldn't be a problem. I've had a good few successful breeding attempts with minimal trouble. I used terra cotta pots as breeding caves, placing them vertically and horizontally, and added a slate piece across the entrance, leaving just a small opening. Are they in with other fish or just by themselves?
Re: kribensis breeding experiences?
Posted: Fri May 30, 2025 10:42 pm
by fisher_2
rivelo wrote: ↑Fri May 30, 2025 9:58 pm
The male kribs' dorsal fin usually has a sharp point at the end. Sounds like you've got the sexing right, one male and two females. To breed them, just keep 'em well fed and do regular water changes, shouldn't be a problem. I've had a good few successful breeding attempts with minimal trouble. I used terra cotta pots as breeding caves, placing them vertically and horizontally, and added a slate piece across the entrance, leaving just a small opening. Are they in with other fish or just by themselves?
I've got a log with three entrances, it's really good, perfect for them. Also picked up a resin-made coral rock with loads of holes, they seem to be checking out the log. They're in with platys, neptunes, zebras and 3 gouramis.
Re: kribensis breeding experiences?
Posted: Fri May 30, 2025 11:32 pm
by rivelo
What's the tank size, mate? Shouldn't have issues with them pairing off, but if they do, the other fish will be the ones with the trouble. Kribs go mental when they're protecting their young.