tannersmith2000
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So here is my situation. My Banggais have spawned again and I placed the male carrying the eggs in a breeder basket about 2 weeks ago. This is his 3rd time carrying eggs and he has done a great job of releasing fry the past two times. It's Day 31 (it's too long I know). He has released probably 5 fry already. 2 are swimming and doing great, 3 are alive and well but hanging out on the bottom.
He still has fry in his mouth. There are tails hanging out of his mouth and I was certain he would release them all last night but he didn't. Should I force him to release? He is very skinny and I suspect he needs some nutrition.
If I should force a release, what's the best way without compromising the health of the dad and the fry?
Why it took 31 days is because I have all my equipment on two GFCI circuits and the circuit with the heaters tripped and were off for 4-5 days (tank temp was 68-69 degrees) during that span which I assume delayed development. Luckily I had no ill effects to fish for coral.
Your input is much appreciated!
So here is my situation. My Banggais have spawned again and I placed the male carrying the eggs in a breeder basket about 2 weeks ago. This is his 3rd time carrying eggs and he has done a great job of releasing fry the past two times. It's Day 31 (it's too long I know). He has released probably 5 fry already. 2 are swimming and doing great, 3 are alive and well but hanging out on the bottom.
He still has fry in his mouth. There are tails hanging out of his mouth and I was certain he would release them all last night but he didn't. Should I force him to release? He is very skinny and I suspect he needs some nutrition.
If I should force a release, what's the best way without compromising the health of the dad and the fry?
Why it took 31 days is because I have all my equipment on two GFCI circuits and the circuit with the heaters tripped and were off for 4-5 days (tank temp was 68-69 degrees) during that span which I assume delayed development. Luckily I had no ill effects to fish for coral.
Your input is much appreciated!
