Is a kribensis a male or female?

[Lumineer8]

Just out of curiosity, how long did it take for your kribs to produce fry after you got them? Were they a proven pair beforehand? No worries if I'm asking too many questions, I've just got my first kribs and I'm really excited about it.

[swiftfly]

It can take as little as a month for kribs to spawn, but honestly, it's anyone's guess - it really depends on the tank setup and how often you're messing with the decor and the frequency of feeding and cleaning.

[Lumineer8]

Thanks for the info, I was thinking along those lines. We've only had them 2 days, still hiding, but the tank's got plenty of hiding spots - 3 caves, bogwood, and lots of plants. I'm planning to feed them twice a day, small amounts, and do a weekly water change with cooler water. The LPS said they'd hide for a few days till they settle, so I'm expecting it to be a week or so. Only got 4 kribs in the tank, 2 albino, 2 red, was thinking of adding some larger tetras, but think I'll hold off now.

[flintbox]

My kribs have finally spawned, and I'm just shy of three weeks into having them. Ironic, really, since I wasn't exactly hoping for them to breed - I just wanted them to get along. Guess they're getting along just fine, huh?