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No need for separate threads, just keep it in one. Makes it easier to track progress and add pics if they do end up breeding.

I recently added phantom tetras to my tank and they seem to coexist peacefully with my kribs, who barely even acknowledge their presence.

edit: I had previously kept cories, but unfortunately, the kribs were quite aggressive towards them, constantly attacking them.

cannoli4 wrote: ↑Wed May 21, 2025 3:44 pm I've got this one plant where my african cichlid likes to hide out at the bottom, and it's got all these tiny white balls all over it.

What's the species of your African cichlid, by the way? And yeah, pics would definitely help clarify things.

slyzen wrote: ↑Sat May 17, 2025 2:37 pm left some in the main tank yeah they do rely on the offspring for next breeding cycle

I don't reckon so. I've only heard that's the case for J.marlieri. These fairy cichlids are such great parents, I'm not sure you'd even need to remove the fry, but I did it to give 'em a better shot.

Oh man, more brichardi fry, I'm literally counting down the days.

I wouldn't recommend it. Kribs are African Riverine Cichlids that thrive in softer water with lower pH levels, which might not be ideal for your current setup. However, it's worth noting that, unless they're breeding, Kribs tend to be more peaceful than Malawis.


Definitely agree, can't stress ...

Kodixa1 wrote: ↑Fri May 02, 2025 6:50 pm I dunno, man. Liquid carbon seems sketchy to me. My corys started acting weird after I started using it. Could be coincidence, but I cut it out and they perked up.

Corys are sensitive, so that makes sense. Maybe try excel instead? It's gentler.

bolt9x wrote: ↑Sun Apr 13, 2025 11:54 pm You might want to think about trying a different type of kribensis, like a matadi or teniatus - they're usually not as aggressive as pulchers. Nanochromis are another option too.

No worries, running on fumes here, zero sleep is kicking in

They might crossbreed with pulchers.

I'd be cautious with a 180L tank, to be honest. 220L is the minimum I'd consider for keeping Kribs. They need space to establish their territory, especially when breeding. It's not just about the volume, but the footprint. I learned the hard way with a 45G tank - a pair of Kribs and a pair of rams ...