Using A Pond Planter As Molly Nursery?

[nic1]

Hi,
I managed to save 15 molly fry, unfortunately I think they were born prematurely, a couple had their sacs, one was missing an eye, and they were still and breathing heavy at the bottom.
About 8 are active and swimming, the rest are dying off slowly.... survival of the fittest I guess.

Its been 4 days now and they are in a marina breeding box, I want to give them more room to give them a better chance, I'm aware that even though they are small they are still producing waste, and uneaten food, poo + small spaces = ammonia spikes.
So I was wondering if this would work
http/www.diy.com/nav/garden/pet-bird-care/ponds-aquatics/pond_accessories/Hozelock-Cyprio-Large-Pond-Planting-Basket-9218496?skuId=9228195
I could try and stick it on to the inside of the tank....
Its a pond planter about 28cmx18cm
My smaller tank is taking for ever to cycle so I thought this may work for now?
If not does anyone have any other suggestions?
I have bought a divider from aquariumdividers.com but they still managed to slip through the gaps and most were eaten. So until they are bigger I need an alternative.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Lillefishy]

I don't see why that wouldn't work as long as the holes are small enough for them not to get through

 

[nic1]

Well I bought one and the holes were too big!
Back to then drawing board, thanks btw

 

[Lillefishy]

You could try wrapping some tights tightly around the basket, it'd still allow water flow but stop the fry getting through the holes

 

[nic1]

Excellent idea! Thanks, I was just make shifting a float for it, I managed to sew polystyrene around the rim so it stays up... going to dig pit some old tights on the morning...

 

[nic1]

Don't you just hate auto type ... makes my posts sound like I'm half cut...