Basics |
Overview | The first spawn was on Monday 17th of June 2013. The breeding group consisted of 3 males and 3 females. The individuals were obtained from Corysrus. |
Feeding | No foods recorded |
Water Parameters (at time of spawning) |
pH | 7.60 to 7.60 |
Temperature | 22.5°C to 23.5°C |
Current | Medium |
Aquarium |
Dimensions | The aquarium dimensions were 610mm x 305mm x 406mm (24" x 12" x 16") all Length x Width x Height. |
Furniture | Aquarium sand with single potted plant and half flower pot for cover, although seldom used by these curious always active Corydoras species. |
Filtration | Corner Air blower run Sponge filter also a aquean hob filter for current. |
Lighting | 24" florescent bulb (Low wattage) |
Heating | None fish room remains about 78f in summer and about 70f in winter. |
Breeding |
Behaviour | Typical T bar and chasing occurs after large cold water change once fish are conditioned. Generally easier to induce to spawn based on feeding of frozen or live foods and cold water changes. |
Eggs | There were 60 tan eggs laid which were 0.0mm in diameter. |
Fry sizes | 7 days: 0mm 14 days: 0mm 21 days: 0mm |
Juvenile sizes | 1 month: 0mm 3 months: 0mm 6 months: 0mm |