Basics |
Overview | The first spawn was on Friday 12th of April 2024. The breeding group consisted of 1 male and 1 female. Additionally, there were 10 unknown individuals present. The youngest adult was approximately 24 months old. The individuals were obtained from Private breeder and lfs. |
Feeding | 1. | Home made food (frozen) daily | |
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Water Parameters (at time of spawning) |
pH | 6.00 to 6.50 |
Conductivity | 100µs to 100µs |
Temperature | 20.0°C to 26.5°C |
Current | Air (vertical) |
Other Water Params | After water change water temp dropped to around 20 degrees Celsius for approximately 24 hours switched heater back on fish spawned |
Aquarium |
Dimensions | The aquarium dimensions were 600mm x 600mm x 450mm (23.6" x 23.6" x 17.7") all Length x Width x Height. |
Furniture | Wood and pleco caves |
Filtration | Two big sponge filters |
Lighting | 10w led |
Heating | 200w dophin |
Breeding |
Behaviour | Male squared off in the classic T position |
Eggs | There were 80 translucent eggs laid which were 1.5mm in diameter. |
Fry sizes | 7 days: 0mm 14 days: 0mm 21 days: 0mm |
Juvenile sizes | 1 month: 0mm 3 months: 0mm 6 months: 0mm |