Basics |
Overview | The first spawn was on Thursday 5th of February 2015. The breeding group consisted of 1 male and 1 female. The smallest male was at least 35mm SL and the smallest female was at least 40mm SL. The individuals were obtained from Fish Auction. |
Feeding | 1. | Bloodworm (frozen) few times a week | |
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Water Parameters (at time of spawning) |
pH | 6.80 to 7.00 |
Conductivity | 100µs to 200µs |
Temperature | 18.0°C to 26.0°C |
Current | Gentle |
Other Water Params | Oak leaves lowering pH etc. |
Aquarium |
Dimensions | The aquarium dimensions were 300mm x 200mm x 180mm (11.8" x 7.9" x 7.1") all Length x Width x Height. |
Furniture | Java moss, gravel, oak leaves, Cryptocoryne |
Filtration | Spongefilter with air supply and internal filter. |
Lighting | Dimmed |
Heating | 25W |
Breeding |
Behaviour | T-Position |
Eggs | There were 7 yellow eggs laid which were 2.0mm in diameter. |
Segregation | Remove the eggs to separate container |
Fry sizes | 7 days: 0mm 14 days: 0mm 21 days: 0mm |
Juvenile sizes | 1 month: 0mm 3 months: 0mm 6 months: 0mm |
3 months | |
Fry and juvenile feeding | Microworm, Infusoria |