Purple splendor cichlid
P. pulcher is a well-known representatives in our aquariums, but most Cichlidenfreunde have made first breeding experience of this type. Most of the older aquarists will be known under her (false) name "Pelmatochromis kribensis" the kind. The natural circulation area of Königscichliden are the streams and tributaries in southern Nigeria, where he found himself in brackish water regions. Even in the western part of Cameroon, in the territory in Ndonga, this well-kept like cichlid has its dissemination. Meanwhile, a number of differently colored local forms are known. A well planted, with wood and hiding places (default: hollowed coconuts) set up aquarium can be described as ideal. At the water values are hardly made claims since he must adjust to changing values in nature. Medium-hard and hard water with a pH above the neutral point are also accepted as soft and slightly acidic water. Thus, a whole range of styles offer with which the presented species can be socialized. The feeding does not bring problems: They will eat just about anything, which naturally varied live food is clearly preferable and is best suited for the development of the animals. One of socialization with other fish is no obstacle, because it bothered other fish only during the spawning period and in guiding the young fish. Spawning is initiated by digging spawning caves beneath stones and roots or small pits, the young fish are reburied in later. The nest, which may include 150-200 eggs will be deposited in a cave and at first only looked after by the female while the male takes care of the backup of Ablaichreviers. When leaving the protective cave after about a week of juvenile fish swarm, he is cared for by both parents. The juveniles can be immediately fed with Artemia.