Spawning Time

[leec]

Hi Folks

I have bred some of my Bettas several times in the past with success, but have a new problem. I have had a crowntail girl in with my crowntail boy for 4 days, and they have not spawned. She seems ready but his nest is modest at best, so I reckon thats whats stopping her. How long do you normally wait before taking her out and calling it failed?

Lee

 

[newfishy]

well are either of the fish hurt or injured in any way? if not and they seem to be pleasent with each other Id leave them together for a few more days.

 

[devon_charm]

If they are both still pretty much ok i would leave them at about 7 days i would seperate, re conditon for a week then start over

 

[leec]

Hi Folks

As the girl spends most of her time hiding under a cave ornament (despite having breeding bars etc) when I try to feed them the male gets all the food. I know I shouldnt feed when eggs are on the scene but I dont like the thoughts of them both, or just her, not eating for days before a final (hopeful) spawn. So my question is, assuming she does not eat at all when she goes in the breeding tank, would you still leave her 7 days or alot less?

Thanks
Lee