Kribensis questions

[Gamegurl564]

Heya gang,
I cant remember if Kribs are new world or the other so I post here.
I have a female Krib who has had two previous spawnings with a male who turned on her.
Fast forward, a couple months ago I got her a new bo.
They are happy as little clams digging up the entire tank, they are in a 20 long.
As if a few days ago mom is constantly in her cave, her huge boyfriend crams in there with her but mostly sits outside guarding.
I am holding iff taking a peek in her cave.
I just wonder if they did the deed and are guarding eggs.
Any thoughts??
Thanks
GG

 

[GaryE]

They are from Nigeria, and slightly into Cameroon. If the male goes in, there are no eggs yet. Once he starts guarding, and you don't see her outside, the deed is done.
Don't look. That could end the broodcare. Patience...

 

[Gamegurl564]

They are from Nigeria, and slightly into Cameroon. If the male goes in, there are no eggs yet. Once he starts guarding, and you don't see her outside, the deed is done.
Don't look. That could end the broodcare. Patience...

Thanks, I figured as much.
The previous pairing was so quick I was wondering if the male way to young.
He's matched with a mature female.
They are such great parents.