Posts Tagged ‘breeding’

discus fish breeding

Help with my hard breeding please!?

Ok so I have a breeding pair, I had separated from the other fish for one week and perfect water temperature and the ideal pH level, have a great diet. Just wondering why they used to. They also strange behavior on their long, thin fins on the belly of what to do Flick is like a couple of time, it also spread its wings up and down, I was wondering is that mating behavior? Also, if this is not the mating behavior will do before installation. Thanks for your replys. PS you will thank the day or night?

First, go ahead and list all its parameters (pH, KH, GH, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, tempterature, anything you have). "Perfect" means different things to different people. How big is the tank you are in? What exactly are you eating? The film of their pelvic fins means nothing, and the burning of their dorsal and anal fins, it simply means that they are healthy and recognition of each other. How I know you have a breeding pair, exactly? Just because you have a male and a female (which is impossible to tell unless you play) does not mean they have to each other without talking about race. There are very reproductive behavior little more than a separate coupling off. The two will succeed very closely, and males to protect her if something threatening. Spawning occurs at night in a vertical (surface water heaters, filters, wood, stone, glass, pots, strong plants, etc.), and feeding of fry in the lining of their parents (who is rich in microbial life), whenever possible, but have the potential layers Band vase if kept too long. Get the potatoes in a microwave meal as soon as possible and separated from their parents.

2006 discus fish breeding part 1

The Discus: An Owner’s Guide to a Happy Healthy Fish $12.67 Written by tropical fish experts with over 30 years experience, The Discus includes all the information a new fish keeper needs to begin this exciting hobby: how to select a tank; proper water conditions; nutrition; and breeding your own beautiful fish. Like all the titles in the Owner’s Guide series, The Discus is filled with info-packed sidebars and striking color photos. This book helps make keeping Discus a fun and rewarding experience for the hobbyist.

Discus Essential – 16 oz. $11.99 Color and vigor of fish can be negatively affected by lack of trace minerals. Kent Discus Essential replaces biologically important trace minerals which are used by fish and plants and removed through filtration in discus aquaria. Discus Essential will provide color and vigor without use of dangerous hormones It contains no detrimental heavy metals, phosphates, nitrates, or silicates.

Discus Essential – 64 oz. $33.89 Color and vigor of fish can be negatively affected by lack of trace minerals. Kent Discus Essential replaces biologically important trace minerals which are used by fish and plants and removed through filtration in discus aquaria. Discus Essential will provide color and vigor without use of dangerous hormones It contains no detrimental heavy metals, phosphates, nitrates, or silicates.

Symphysodon aequifasciatus Golden Discus $49.99 Discus are considered the Kings of the Freshwater fish! These beautiful, interestingly shaped fish can be quite rewarding when you take the time to care for them properly. Discus do best in groups. They also require pristine water conditions, with relatively low hardness, low pH, and high temperature. Be prepared to pay close attention to your water quality and the condition of your discus. Provide about 8-10 gallons of water per adult discus, starting with at least a 45 gallon aquarium. They also prefer a tall tank because of their body shape and activity. Your discus would do best if they are in a tank where there is low-traffic and no loud noises. Discus do well in a well-planted tank with driftwood and plenty of cover. They are quite docile and skittish and require a place to retreat and feel safe if necessary. They will not compete well for food, so be sure tankmates are equally as docile. Fast swimming fish can stress discus with their activity. Try Cardinal tetras, Rummy-nose tetras, rams, cory cats, and plecos that stay small. Feed your discus rich, meaty foods like worms and other larvae, beefheart, and a quality flake or small pellet. Increase the protein intake if you would like to breed your discus. Discus make rather good parents. They both protect the eggs and young, and they actually secrete a mucous that the fry feeds on during the very first few weeks that they are free-swimming. If you do your best to give your discus the conditions they want, they will reward you with many years of brilliant color and beauty, and plenty of personality, too! This is a Restricted item and is not covered by our Arrive Alive 5-Day Guarantee. Please visit the Guarantee Policy and Restricted Species webpages for more information.

Discus Bio-Gold- 2.82 oz. $11.79 Hikari Tropical Discus was specifically developed for discus, taking into account their need for high protein levels. Made from a perfect blend of proteins, indispensable amino acids, necessary vitamins and select minerals. Rich in stabilized vitamin C, Hikari Tropical Discus promotes resistance to stress and immunity to infectious disease. Additionally, discus have a unique eating technique and are know to be finicky eaters. Hikari Tropical Discus has been manufactured to reduce the mess caused by a discus’ normal eating routine and formulated for maximum acceptance. The natural color enhancing ingredients contained in Hikari Tropical Discus safely produce natural brilliant colors in a relatively short time.

Symphysodon aequifasciatus Blue Checkerboard Discus $32.99 Discus are considered the Kings of the Freshwater fish! These beautiful, interestingly shaped fish can be quite rewarding when you take the time to care for them properly. Discus do best in groups. They also require pristine water conditions, with relatively low hardness, low pH, and high temperature. Be prepared to pay close attention to your water quality and the condition of your discus. Provide about 8-10 gallons of water per adult discus, starting with at least a 45 gallon aquarium. They also prefer a tall tank because of their body shape and activity. Your discus would do best if they are in a tank where there is low-traffic and no loud noises. Discus do well in a well-planted tank with driftwood and plenty of cover. They are quite docile and skittish and require a place to retreat and feel safe if necessary. They will not compete well for food, so be sure tankmates are equally as docile. Fast swimming fish can stress discus with their activity. Try Cardinal tetras, Rummy-nose tetras, rams, cory cats, and plecos that stay small. Feed your discus rich, meaty foods like worms and other larvae, beefheart, and a quality flake or small pellet. Increase the protein intake if you would like to breed your discus. Discus make rather good parents. They both protect the eggs and young, and they actually secrete a mucous that the fry feeds on during the very first few weeks that they are free-swimming. If you do your best to give your discus the conditions they want, they will reward you with many years of brilliant color and beauty, and plenty of personality, too! This is a Restricted item and is not covered by our Arrive Alive 5-Day Guarantee. Please visit the Guarantee Policy and Restricted Species webpages for more information.

Symphysodon aequifasciatus Snow White Discus $49.99 Discus are considered the Kings of the Freshwater fish! These beautiful, interestingly shaped fish can be quite rewarding when you take the time to care for them properly. Discus do best in groups. They also require pristine water conditions, with relatively low hardness, low pH, and high temperature. Be prepared to pay close attention to your water quality and the condition of your discus. Provide about 8-10 gallons of water per adult discus, starting with at least a 45 gallon aquarium. They also prefer a tall tank because of their body shape and activity. Your discus would do best if they are in a tank where there is low-traffic and no loud noises. Discus do well in a well-planted tank with driftwood and plenty of cover. They are quite docile and skittish and require a place to retreat and feel safe if necessary. They will not compete well for food, so be sure tankmates are equally as docile. Fast swimming fish can stress discus with their activity. Try Cardinal tetras, Rummy-nose tetras, rams, cory cats, and plecos that stay small. Feed your discus rich, meaty foods like worms and other larvae, beefheart, and a quality flake or small pellet. Increase the protein intake if you would like to breed your discus. Discus make rather good parents. They both protect the eggs and young, and they actually secrete a mucous that the fry feeds on during the very first few weeks that they are free-swimming. If you do your best to give your discus the conditions they want, they will reward you with many years of brilliant color and beauty, and plenty of personality, too! This is a Restricted item and is not covered by our Arrive Alive 5-Day Guarantee. Please visit the Guarantee Policy and Restricted Species webpages for more information.

Discus Fish $9.38 Freshwater aquarium hobbyists will find all the information they need regarding purchasing, feeding, and maintaining this delicately-hued tropical fish. Heavily illustrated with vivid color photos and instructive line art, " Barronas Complete Pet Owneras Manuals " show and inform pet owners regarding proper care of dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, small caged animalsavirtually every creature that is kept as a pet. The books give advice on purchasing and otherwise acquiring a pet, feeding it nutritiously, keeping it in good health, and where applicable, grooming and training it. Each book in this large series is individually written by a specialist, and though the information is authoritative, the text is clear and straightforward, easy for every pet owner to understand.

Jack Wattley Discus Formula – Cubes – 3.5 oz. – Frozen $4.39 Jack Wattley has joined forces with the masters of fish nutrition at Ocean Nutrition to create frozen Discus Formula food. This is the ultimate food for your discus, with plenty of protein and color enhancers. Your discus will love this special formula created just for their specific tastebuds and nutritional needs. Check out the difference a little Jack Wattley Discus formula can make in the life of your prized fish.

Symphysodon aequifasciatus Red Pigeon Blood Discus – Small $49.99 Discus are considered the Kings of the Freshwater fish! These beautiful, interestingly shaped fish can be quite rewarding when you take the time to care for them properly. Discus do best in groups. They also require pristine water conditions, with relatively low hardness, low pH, and high temperature. Be prepared to pay close attention to your water quality and the condition of your discus. Provide about 8-10 gallons of water per adult discus, starting with at least a 45 gallon aquarium. They also prefer a tall tank because of their body shape and activity. Your discus would do best if they are in a tank where there is low-traffic and no loud noises. Discus do well in a well-planted tank with driftwood and plenty of cover. They are quite docile and skittish and require a place to retreat and feel safe if necessary. They will not compete well for food, so be sure tankmates are equally as docile. Fast swimming fish can stress discus with their activity. Try Cardinal tetras, Rummy-nose tetras, rams, cory cats, and plecos that stay small. Feed your discus rich, meaty foods like worms and other larvae, beefheart, and a quality flake or small pellet. Increase the protein intake if you would like to breed your discus. Discus make rather good parents. They both protect the eggs and young, and they actually secrete a mucous that the fry feeds on during the very first few weeks that they are free-swimming. If you do your best to give your discus the conditions they want, they will reward you with many years of brilliant color and beauty, and plenty of personality, too! This is a Restricted item and is not covered by our Arrive Alive 5-Day Guarantee. Please visit the Guarantee Policy and Restricted Species webpages for more information.

Symphysodon aequifasciatus Blue Snakeskin Discus – Medium $39.99 Discus are considered the Kings of the Freshwater fish! These beautiful, interestingly shaped fish can be quite rewarding when you take the time to care for them properly. Discus do best in groups. They also require pristine water conditions, with relatively low hardness, low pH, and high temperature. Be prepared to pay close attention to your water quality and the condition of your discus. Provide about 8-10 gallons of water per adult discus, starting with at least a 45 gallon aquarium. They also prefer a tall tank because of their body shape and activity. Your discus would do best if they are in a tank where there is low-traffic and no loud noises. Discus do well in a well-planted tank with driftwood and plenty of cover. They are quite docile and skittish and require a place to retreat and feel safe if necessary. They will not compete well for food, so be sure tankmates are equally as docile. Fast swimming fish can stress discus with their activity. Try Cardinal tetras, Rummy-nose tetras, rams, cory cats, and plecos that stay small. Feed your discus rich, meaty foods like worms and other larvae, beefheart, and a quality flake or small pellet. Increase the protein intake if you would like to breed your discus. Discus make rather good parents. They both protect the eggs and young, and they actually secrete a mucous that the fry feeds on during the very first few weeks that they are free-swimming. If you do your best to give your discus the conditions they want, they will reward you with many years of brilliant color and beauty, and plenty of personality, too! This is a Restricted item and is not covered by our Arrive Alive 5-Day Guarantee. Please visit the Guarantee Policy and Restricted Species webpages for more information.

Symphysodon aequifasciatus Red Turquoise Discus – Medium $49.99 Discus are considered the Kings of the Freshwater fish! These beautiful, interestingly shaped fish can be quite rewarding when you take the time to care for them properly. Discus do best in groups. They also require pristine water conditions, with relatively low hardness, low pH, and high temperature. Be prepared to pay close attention to your water quality and the condition of your discus. Provide about 8-10 gallons of water per adult discus, starting with at least a 45 gallon aquarium. They also prefer a tall tank because of their body shape and activity. Your discus would do best if they are in a tank where there is low-traffic and no loud noises. Discus do well in a well-planted tank with driftwood and plenty of cover. They are quite docile and skittish and require a place to retreat and feel safe if necessary. They will not compete well for food, so be sure tankmates are equally as docile. Fast swimming fish can stress discus with their activity. Try Cardinal tetras, Rummy-nose tetras, rams, cory cats, and plecos that stay small. Feed your discus rich, meaty foods like worms and other larvae, beefheart, and a quality flake or small pellet. Increase the protein intake if you would like to breed your discus. Discus make rather good parents. They both protect the eggs and young, and they actually secrete a mucous that the fry feeds on during the very first few weeks that they are free-swimming. If you do your best to give your discus the conditions they want, they will reward you with many years of brilliant color and beauty, and plenty of personality, too! This is a Restricted item and is not covered by our Arrive Alive 5-Day Guarantee. Please visit the Guarantee Policy and Restricted Species webpages for more information.

OSI Discus Aquarium Flake Food – 2.24 oz. $4.99 This flake is a special formula which contains all the necessary nutrients, vitamins and minerals your discus need to be healthy and vibrant. Benefits of this flake include: a balanced nutrition; easy to digest; contains natural pigments, spirulina and stabilized vitamin C; never clouds the aquarium water.

Incoming search terms:

• discus fish eating other fish

koi fish breeding

Farmed fish in the parrot?

Hey guys, I have a couple of parrot fish in my 60 gallons U.S. with other fish such as goldfish, Koi, and kiss. Parrotfish One of my stomach is slightly larger than normal size when I bought Shop. I just want to confirm weather it's an egg or simply had become fat. And let me know if she is carring eggs, then what are the symptoms Why and when it hatches. and my two colors Parrotfish are differnent. If she is carrying So what I do

First, separate the goldfish and koi – which should be a pond instead a tank. Second: Parrots (if you're talking parrots in the blood) are sterile fish reared in hybrid force that should not exist, which require a diet very specific with respect to thin other fish their size, as it puts on weight very easily and very suscptible and deformaty health issues. There is a probability of 99% more eggs, the female will be sterile.

OUR KOI FISH BREEDING 30APR07 A

Koi Fish $10 Koi Fish

Koi $9.9 In Japan, breeding Koiaa colorful fish in the carp familyais an art form. This book speaks to its increased popularity in America with information on maintaining a garden pond and proper care of the fish. Heavily illustrated with vivid color photos and instructive line art, "Barronas Complete Pet Owneras Manuals" show and inform pet owners regarding proper care of dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, small caged animalsavirtually every creature that is kept as a pet. The books give advice on purchasing and otherwise acquiring a pet, feeding it nutritiously, keeping it in good health, and where applicable, grooming and training it. Each book in this large series is individually written by a specialist, and though the information is authoritative, the text is clear and straightforward, easy for every pet owner to understand.

Pterophyllum scalare Koi Angelfish – Small $6.99 Angelfish are overwhelmingly popular in the aquarium hobby, and its easy to see why. With their assorted color patterns and beautiful flowing fins, these fish truly live up to their name. Koi Angelfish, much like the popular pond fish that shares their name, are often white, with black blotches and other areas of orange or yellow. Angelfish are generally peaceful, although they can become territorial if there is inadequate space for them to live happily. A breeding couple may also become particularly nippy when protecting eggs or young. Be sure your tank is large enough to allow each fish to have their own space, and also be sure the tank is tall enough to allow the fish space for their longer finnage. The recommended tank size of 30 gallons is for a single fish or pair; increase the tank size for a community tank including angelfish. Beware of fin-nipping tankmates such as barbs. Angel fins are very tempting to these fish! A planted tank is a great home for angelfish, plus other decor, such as driftwood and rockwork, makes great hide-out areas for your fish. Water quality is also important for your angels, so keep an eye on your ammonia level, and be sure to perform water changes regularly. Angels aren’t too fussy when it comes to diet. Feed them a variety such as flake or small pellets/granules once a day, changing it up with a meaty frozen food such as brine shrimp or bloodworms as their second feeding. When cared for properly, angelfish are a very friendly and rewarding species to keep!

Koi For Dummies $3.99 All you need to know about setting up a Koi habitat, selecting Koi, and keeping them healthy. This friendly guide shows you how to get started, with expert tips on everything from buying Koi and keeping them healthy to feeding, breeding, showing, and enjoying these gorgeous fish. You’ll see how to set up and maintain an indoor or outdoor pond or an aquarium, select filters and heaters, and handle your Koi properly.

Pterophyllum scalare Orange Koi Angelfish – Small $19.99 Angelfish are overwhelmingly popular in the aquarium hobby, and its easy to see why. With their assorted color patterns and beautiful flowing fins, these fish truly live up to their name. Orange Koi Angelfish, much like the popular pond fish that shares their name, are often white with black and orange markings. The Orange Koi variety has more orange than a typical Koi Angelfish. Angelfish are generally peaceful, although they can become territorial if there is inadequate space for them to live happily. A breeding couple may also become particularly nippy when protecting eggs or young. Be sure your tank is large enough to allow each fish to have their own space, and also be sure the tank is tall enough to allow the fish space for their longer finnage. The recommended tank size of 30 gallons is for a single fish or pair; increase the tank size for a community tank including angelfish. Beware of fin-nipping tankmates such as barbs. Angel fins are very tempting to these fish! A planted tank is a great home for angelfish, plus other decor, such as driftwood and rockwork, makes great hide-out areas for your fish. Water quality is also important for your angels, so keep an eye on your ammonia level, and be sure to perform water changes regularly. Angels aren’t too fussy when it comes to diet. Feed them a variety such as flake or small pellets/granules once a day, changing it up with a meaty frozen food such as brine shrimp or bloodworms as their second feeding. When cared for properly, angelfish are a very friendly and rewarding species to keep!

Pterophyllum scalare Calico Koi Angelfish – Small $11.99 Angelfish are overwhelmingly popular in the aquarium hobby, and its easy to see why. With their assorted color patterns and beautiful flowing fins, these fish truly live up to their name. Calico Koi Angelfish, much like the popular pond fish that shares their name, are often white with significant black blotches and orange, reddish or yellow markings as well. Angelfish are generally peaceful, although they can become territorial if there is inadequate space for them to live happily. A breeding couple may also become particularly nippy when protecting eggs or young. Be sure your tank is large enough to allow each fish to have their own space, and also be sure the tank is tall enough to allow the fish space for their longer finnage. The recommended tank size of 30 gallons is for a single fish or pair; increase the tank size for a community tank including angelfish. Beware of fin-nipping tankmates such as barbs. Angel fins are very tempting to these fish! A planted tank is a great home for angelfish, plus other decor, such as driftwood and rockwork, makes great hide-out areas for your fish. Water quality is also important for your angels, so keep an eye on your ammonia level, and be sure to perform water changes regularly. Angels aren’t too fussy when it comes to diet. Feed them a variety such as flake or small pellets/granules once a day, changing it up with a meaty frozen food such as brine shrimp or bloodworms as their second feeding. When cared for properly, angelfish are a very friendly and rewarding species to keep!

ZAGGskins (Ink Koi Fish) $19.99 ZAGGskins (Ink Koi Fish)

Japanese Koi Fish $6 Japanese Koi Fish

ZAGGskins (Color Koi Fish 2) $19.99 ZAGGskins (Color Koi Fish 2)

ZAGGskins (Color Koi Fish 1) $19.99 ZAGGskins (Color Koi Fish 1)

Koi Net $39.99 A must have accessory for pond maintenance. Heavy-duty aluminum construction makes this koi net ideal . A telescoping handle extends to 6 1/2 ft. to reach all areas of your pond. Soft, fish-safe nylon netting is durable, while a sure-grip handle feels secure in your hands.

breeding fish

Discus Fish farming

Before you try to copy the Discus fish you want to record fish have been kept for a while. Fish farming in the common livebearers, except perhaps the hard work and experience in keeping fish is vital for success. To try to play a delicate fish like discus fish without experience can be quite the debacle. Having all this extra work and stress can make people think that if not worth it and, finally, cut into fish farming album together.

However, if you plan on breeding discus fish you want to have a tank large group that is at least 55 gallons, several small reservoirs in stable couples and a baby Brine Shrimp Hatchery. A group of 6-8 Discus Fish are high in the group of tanks and when they reach about 4 inches in diameter (10 cm) begins to form pairs. The male and female fish can be quite Distinguish Discus difficult, adult males may develop a small bump on his forehead, but this difference is not always reliable. During the spawning season form papilla genital serves as the best indicator of the difference of women and drew round the boys, although this difference may also be difficult to detect without experience. If a partner begins to peck at the glass, which are usually ready to play, the pair is placed in a tank clean and provide a vertical support spawning, as a tube Large plastic rock or a piece of slate.

The couple is thoroughly cleaned surface, then women and tend to lay eggs which the male keeps the region. The Eggs hatch in 2-3 days and the duo travel to the FRY to another area where they are joined by sticky filaments. After more than 4-5 days the chicks bind to the sides of the family and eat a milky secretion produced by the cells of the skin glands of the parents. After 10 days the chicks should be removed from the parent or may overgrazing and damage the skin's parents. Therefore, pups were fed live baby brine shrimp, you'll have a hatchery for spawning. You can buy or build one yourself (which will show in a later article) and buy eggs. The regular updates are essential to the survival of young, rapidly grow and develop fish-shaped disc 3-4 months.

For more information, visit the fish Discussion Guide.

About the Author:

Article Source: ArticlesBase.com – Breeding Discus Fish

Pet Fish & Aquarium Care Tips : How to Breed Goldfish

Genetics and Fish Breeding $603.8 Genetics and Fish Breeding provides a thorough review of this important subject, highlighting species which are bred commercially, such as salmon, trout, carp and goldfish. The author, who is an acknowledged expert in this subject, has drawn together a wealth of information, providing a book which should be bought by all fish biologists, fisheries scientists, geneticists and aquarists. Author: Purdom, Colin E./ Purdom, C. E. Series Title: Biopsy Pathology Series Series Number: 8 Binding Type: Hardcover Number of Pages: 296 Publication Date: 1992/11/30 Language: English Dimensions: 9.30 x 6.24 x 0.64 inches

Breeding Nest Box for Parakeets and Lovebirds $13.99 Provides a safe shelter for the mating, nesting of pairs and tending of baby parakeets and lovebirds. A protective transparent door is provided for viewing babies’ progress without disturbance to occupants. Takes only a few minutes to assemble and install in a cage. It can be placed inside a large cage or positioned on any specifically designed parakeet breeding cage. Size: 8 1/2″ L x 5″ W x 5 1/2″ H

Flowering Breeding Grass – 3 1/2 in. $3.99 Aqua Plants are so incredibly life-like that once they’re in the aquarium, you can’t tell them from the real thing. Even the roots are realistic, with specially designed cup-shaped bases that anchor them in place. They’re safe for fish and best of all, they won’t die, rot, or cause any algae problems.

Breeding Hatch Mix – 3 pk $3.59 Many fish love brine shrimp, and they’d love these tasty, nutritious shrimp even more if they were alive, just like in their regular habitat. Hatch your own fresh, live brine shrimp with this Hatch Mix. Easy to use, premeasured with the perfect mixture of both salt and eggs to ensure proper hatching. Contains 3 packets, each with a mixture of salt and brine shrimp eggs.

Community Formula Aquarium Fish Flake Food – 2.5 oz. $5.99 From the Makers of The Worlds Best Frozen Foods… Specially formulated flake food will significantly improve coloration and vitality in your fish while boosting the immune system to aid in disease resistance. Stimulates appetite Stimulates breeding Low Phosphorus Low Ash Stabilized Vitamin C and other immune Boosters

Betta splendens Siamese Fighting Fish- Male $3.99 Bettas are one of the most beautiful of all the anabantoids (gouramis, or “air-breathers”). Their ability to breathe air directly from the atmosphere enables them to live in the stagnant pools and puddles in which they naturally occur. The bettas seen in stores today are very different from the wild types. Throughout the years the betta has been bred for longer fins and intense colors. They are very different from the short finned, mostly brown, wild bettas. Bettas have evolved a very intense territorial aggression to the point where they are best kept by themselves. They do not tolerate other males and females are only tolerated when breeding. This natural behavior and their ability to breathe atmospheric air makes them ideal for keeping in bowls and small aquaria. As long as the water is kept relatively warm and is changed regularly, they do very well. Bettas are carnivorous fish and must be fed meaty foods. There are many special prepared Betta diets (flake/pellet) that are excellent foods. Blood worms, brine shrimp, and plankton are also excellent as treats. Keep in mind that a betta has a stomach about the size of it’s eye. It should be fed an eyeful every day to maintain it’s shape and health. It is very popular to keep bettas in a flower vase with a terrarium plant like the peace lily. This is an excellent setup for the fish but the water must be changed weekly or more and the fish fed regularly to keep it healthy. You must also keep a fair amount of space between the water level and top of the vase, because bettas need an open space to breathe atmospheric air. Also, BETTAS DO NOT EAT THE ROOTS OF THE PLANT! This is a popular misconception about this particular setup. If you happen to see your betta nibbling the roots, this is probably just out of starvation (if you aren’t feeding it) or boredom. PLEASE NOTE: There are many names for the particular betta color patterns but most are variations of blue and/or red colors. The fish pictured above are representative of some of the variations available. If you are looking for a specific coloration, contact a livestock department representative or simply allow us to choose one of our favorites for you!

Betta splendens Siamese Fighting Fish – Female $2.99 Bettas are one of the most beautiful of all the anabantoids (gouramis, or “air-breathers”). Their ability to breathe air directly from the atmosphere enables them to live in the stagnant pools and puddles in which they naturally occur. The bettas seen in stores today are very different from the wild types. Through the years, the betta has been bred for longer fins and intense colors. They are very different from the short finned, mostly brown, wild bettas. Female bettas look like male bettas, except they have small fins and are usually a little less colorful. Bettas have evolved a very intense territorial aggression to the point where they are best kept by themselves. They do not tolerate other males and females are only tolerated when breeding. This natural behavior and their ability to breathe atmospheric air makes them ideal for keeping in bowls and small aquaria. As long as the water is kept relatively warm and is changed regularly, they do very well. Bettas are carnivorous fish and must be fed meaty foods. There are many special prepared Betta diets (flake/pellet) that are excellent foods. Blood worms, brine shrimp, and plankton are also excellent as treats. Keep in mind that a betta has a stomach about the size of it’s eye. It should be fed an eyeful every day to maintain it’s shape and health. It is very popular to keep bettas in a flower vase with a terrarium plant like the peace lily. This is an excellent setup for the fish but the water must be changed weekly or more and the fish fed regularly to keep it healthy. You must also keep a fair amount of space between the water level and top of the vase, because bettas need an open space to breathe atmospheric air. Also, BETTAS DO NOT EAT THE ROOTS OF THE PLANT! This is a popular misconception about this particular setup. If you happen to see your betta nibbling the roots, this is probably just out of starvation (if you aren’t feeding it) or boredom. There are many names for the particular betta color patterns but most are variations of blue and/or red colors. If you are looking for a specific coloration, contact a livestock department representative or simply allow us to choose one of our favorites for you! Bettas may not be shipped to California.

Induce Breeding of Labeo Calbasu $111.53 Availability of required quantity of fish seed of desired species is one of the most important pre requisite for successful fish farming. The widely cultured Indian major carps in inland waters like Calbasu (Labeo calbasu) normally do not breed in confined waters. The experiment was conducted to study the induced breeding of Labeo calbasu using synthetic hormone (Ovaprim). Induced Breeding is an artificial scientific technique whereby ripe fish breeders are stimulated by careful and intentional environmental manipulation. Induced breeding required an integrated system unit of different physical and biological facilities. These requirements are possible to fulfill by establishing a hatchery. Therefore, it is essential to develop the breeding technology of Labeo calbasu through proper dose optimization of synthetic hormone treatment for future development. Author: Abdul Momin Siddique, Mohammad/ Siba Prasad Chakraborty, Sree/ Akter, Mahbuba Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 56 Publication Date: 2010/11/05 Language: English Dimensions: 6.00 x 9.02 x 0.13 inches

Breeding & Raising Angelfishes $13.18 Freshwater angelfishes are easily considered the most popular freshwater aquarium fishes and have been a staple in tropical fish hatcheries for decades. Whether you are interested in breeding these fishes for profit or merely for fun, this book supplies all the information you will need to be successful, including tips on mate selection, the importance of imprinting, and how to feed the newly-hatched fry. It also describes how to set up and maintain the type of aquaculture system required for angelfishes and provides illustrational photographs. Read this comprehensive guide to learn the process of breeding angelfishes from start to finish and become an expert breeder in no time at all.

Animal Breeding, Welfare and Society $45.94 Human interaction with non-human animals is moving from management to absolute control. Animal breeding and reproductive technology are probably the most important ways that this control is exercised. The determination of when, how, how often and with whom an animal breeds has moved away from evolutionary pressures towards our own purposes: these include the breeding and use of around 50 billion mammals and birds for food production annually (excluding farmed fish), the breeding of pedigree dogs, cats, racing dogs and horses, specialized laboratory animal strains and the use of reproductive science to breed endangered species in zoos and to attempt to limit unwanted populations of pests and non-native species. The ethics and sustainability of this takeover of animals’ reproductive lives has been rarely examined by either professionals or the public. This book discusses the methods, the motivations and the consequences of human intervention in animal breeding in terms of what we know about animal behavior and well-being. It sets out to challenge both our practice and our assumptions – those of society as a whole and the many professionals involved in the worldwide animal reproduction business. It explores where we are now and proposes a future where we have more respect for animals as sentient beings and have loosened the reins of reproductive control.

pH Down – 1.25 oz. $2.99 pH is the measure of acidity of water. Proper testing and adjustment of aquarium pH is essential for fish health, disease resistance, good fish color, and successful breeding. Size: 1 1/4 fl. oz. (37ml) No express shipping option

Community Formula Flake – 5.5 oz. $9.99 From the Makers of The Worlds Best Frozen Foods… Specially formulated flake food will significantly improve coloration and vitality in your fish while boosting the immune system to aid in disease resistance. Stimulates appetite Stimulates breeding Low Phosphorus Low Ash Stabilized Vitamin C and other immune Boosters

Clownfishes: A Guide to Their Captive Care, Breeding, & Natural History $308.14 Perhaps The Most Endearing of All Reef Creatures, The Droll and exotically pigmented clownfish is a favorite of marine aquarists, divers, and amateur naturalists the world over. Now, one of the pioneers in the captive breeding of clownfishes in home aquaria has written the first popular handbook on the husbandry of these fascinating marine species. Chapters include: — Clownfishes in the Wild — Fish & Anemone Species Identification Guides — Selecting Breeding Stock — Orchestrating the Spawn — Propagation as a Cottage Industry — Anemone Ecology and Preservation

Fish Facts $16.9 This book is an entertaining guide for children to fish of all shapes, sizes, and habits. It provides all the basic information on classes, orders, and genera of fish as well as their breeding, feeding, and mating habits. This vibrantly illustrated book is a great addition to any classroom and gift for anyone who wants to learn about the creatures that inhabit much of our world.

Incoming search terms:

• genital bumps
• breeding fighting fish
• breeding fish
• genetal bumps
• pictures of genital bumps
• breeding discus
• genital bumps photos
• hormone breeding reef fish
• fish breeding mit
• bumps on clortis female gential