Breeding O.bimaculoides

[cephalopoder]

Maybe George, it's that time of the year. I would leave a few of your shrimps in the tank and see if they get eaten. I would also put in some shells and rocks if you don't already have some in with her. If your octo blocks up the entrence, keeps refusing to eat or slows down on eating and won't come out of ther elbow... You could have a gravid female. Best of luck to you!

 

[noni]

Thanks for the info, I will keep you posted on her progress.
It is an exciting time for me and my family to actually be a part of another one of natures miracles.

 

[noni]

eggs viewed

eggs viewed

I saw the eggs today. we have a gravid female after all. I saw at least 25 or more in back of tube. she came out to feed and let me look inside.

 

[wee-reefer]

Neat-o, I think they are some awesome creatures! Too bad I don't live closer, I'd love to have one Keep up the great work!!

 

[cephalopoder]

Awesome job george!
Well you have 2 months to get ready. Man you must be excited! Round up a small tank and get it plumbed for the hatchlings. It will make it easier to feed them.

 

[noni]

First, I have to tell you, I have never seen such an interesting series of events as I have seen with this species.
She actually responds to me as if she was telling me to feed her. Another time, she was showing off for me right befor my very eyes. really cool stuff.
Can I just put the offspring into the shrimp refuge?
It is loaded with amphiopods where they can free feed, or do they need to be taught to eat.
I want the best for the little cridders. I am so exited about this project, all your inputs will be greatly appreciated.
thanks,
george.

 

[cephalopoder]

Sure George you could put them in your shrimp fuge but you will have a hard time telling if they are eating or not. They will fend for them selves, but you need to make sure they are able to catch and find food. When young cephalopods are new born they are a little slow and movements are awkward. The strong hatchlings will be able to catch food. The not so gifted ones will have a harder time. Hatchings are also very small, you will have a much easier time dealing with them in a smaller more controlled environment. You could keep some in different situatuions and experiment. Bristleworms can be hard on hatchlings when they are feeding and bite and pull of their legs.

 

[noni]

I will then feed them in a controlled manner so they can all have a chance for survival.
what am I gonna do with so many Octos?

 

[MoLLiy]

I know that this thread is from 2003 but I was wondering if you were breeding anymore in the future. I am very interested in octopuses and would love to have one as a pet. I have done lots of research and know that it is a lot of work but I would love the challenge. If you are planning on breeding anymore or have any helpful advice please let me know.
Thanks,
MoLLiy

 

[Giglamesh]

octopi is the plural

 

[Lmecher]

Octopuses is the proper form but octopi and octopodes are still accepted.
:spin2: Confusing yes, I am just happy to see any of the words being used.