I'd appreciate any information on breeding the smaller species of tetra.
Today, I moved 4 of my Ember tetras, Hyphessobrycon amandae, to a five gallon tank in my room. Originally I did this because I wanted to furnish the tank and put a few other species in to enjoy, but then I noticed the change in behavior.
I came back an hour later, and 2 of the embers were chasing a third all about the tank. I noticed that the chasee was very bloated compared to the chasers, and I felt slapped. I think I might have a spawning situation!
I think the 4th tretra is another female, but not close to breeding; she's bloated compared to the males, but slimmer compared to the other female.
Anyway, any help please!?
Quick stats for Hyphessobrycon amandae
Body shape: Typical tetra body
Size: 1/2 inch
Temperment: peaceful, but not shy
Current diet: Flake food and blood worms; I have to grind the flakes and worms into a pretty fine powder because otherwise the pieces are too big, and the food will drop un-eaten to the bottom.
Anyway, please any help with spawning! Even if you don't have experience with this specific species of tetra!
Today, I moved 4 of my Ember tetras, Hyphessobrycon amandae, to a five gallon tank in my room. Originally I did this because I wanted to furnish the tank and put a few other species in to enjoy, but then I noticed the change in behavior.
I came back an hour later, and 2 of the embers were chasing a third all about the tank. I noticed that the chasee was very bloated compared to the chasers, and I felt slapped. I think I might have a spawning situation!
I think the 4th tretra is another female, but not close to breeding; she's bloated compared to the males, but slimmer compared to the other female.
Anyway, any help please!?
Quick stats for Hyphessobrycon amandae
Body shape: Typical tetra body
Size: 1/2 inch
Temperment: peaceful, but not shy
Current diet: Flake food and blood worms; I have to grind the flakes and worms into a pretty fine powder because otherwise the pieces are too big, and the food will drop un-eaten to the bottom.
Anyway, please any help with spawning! Even if you don't have experience with this specific species of tetra!