Basics |
Overview | The first spawn was on Monday 20th of November 2017. The breeding group consisted of 3 males and 2 females. The smallest male was at least 80mm SL and the smallest female was at least 80mm SL. The youngest adult was approximately 24 months old. The individuals were obtained from Wild caught imports. |
Feeding | 1. | Repashy soilent green gel (dry / prepared) daily | |
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Water Parameters (at time of spawning) |
pH | 6.80 to 7.00 |
Conductivity | 100µs to 100µs |
Temperature | 28.0°C to 29.0°C |
Current | Air (vertical) |
Aquarium |
Dimensions | The aquarium dimensions were 762mm x 305mm x 356mm (30" x 12" x 14") all Length x Width x Height. |
Furniture | Lots of driftwood along with breeding caves and pool filter sand substrate. |
Filtration | Air driven sponge filters |
Lighting | None |
Heating | 100w submersible |
Breeding |
Behaviour | Typical pleco breeding behavior |
Segregation | Left in tank with adults after hatching. |
Fry sizes | 7 days: 0mm 14 days: 0mm 21 days: 0mm |
Juvenile sizes | 1 month: 0mm 3 months: 0mm 6 months: 0mm |
Fry and juvenile feeding | Same as adults |