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    I'm guessing that would be something not worth the software development time for the Coop...I honestly think any water change related features you could use in an app would just be easier to do in a small notebook.
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    Unfortunately the fish passed away. I left him with heater raising the temp overnight and smell clearly indicated this morning 😔. I don't care at all about the investment lost, just feel really bad for killing that fish. Definitely going to prepare better next time. Thanks everyone for the advice.
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    I picked up a fancy goldfish yesterday from Aquarium Coop and transferred him to my new outdoor, unheated aquarium. I figured 40 F wouldn't be ideal for him, but I was surprised to find him dead/immobile on the bottom of the tank this morning. He looks totally healthy but his operculum didn't appear to be moving so I believe he's a goner😔. Just in case he's still alive, I'm adding a small 50 watt heater to hopefully bump the temp up to 50 to see if he wakes up. I feel really stupid for not anticipating this happening and using a heater to begin with. Can fancy goldfish survive sub 40 temps? Was it just too sudden a change for him to tolerate? Chances he could still be alive?
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    Oh my gosh he is so far away. Think you can breed a million Guppies?
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    Personally, I'd bump the temperature up to at least 76 F. 70 is a bit low for a Corydoras species (Aeneus) that originates from Northern South America. Also, I'd focus a bit more on food volume and a little less on variety. A varied diet is always a good thing, but your goal with feeding should really be to get those Corydoras FAT. Lastly, I'd just be patient. How long have you had the group? I've had Corydoras groups before that took multiple years before spawning. Maintain your quality care and feeding, and I'd guess with patience you'll be well rewarded. Good luck!
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    Could be ...I've never really kept Central American cichlids so I'm hoping some expert will chime in...just think we might actually be able to sell him if we knew what he was.
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    Wondering if anyone could ID this fish at my LFS. Someone dropped it off and they had to cram it into a 55. I was thinking Red Honduran but on further querying I believe I'm wrong...any theories?
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    If I want the best chances of getting fish on a posted list before they sell out, what would be the best day to drop by the retail store? Do they all hit the floor on a specific day?
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    Do you have Scleromystax Barbatus in stock currently? Was hoping to pick up a group of six to try breeding.
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    Weird thing is, I bought my breeding group from Petsmart...guess maybe at that time they got some Albino Paleatus? I got them like 5 years ago for a dollar each.
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    Thank you! What are your favorite foods to feed the parents? Are Xtreme krill Flakes and Bug Bites good? That's what I'm using now.
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    I recently had a Corydoras Paleatus offspring show up in my albino breeding tank. Are albino Corydoras an albino Paleatus? I always thought they were Aeneus.
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    Oh my God that fish is gorgeous! Did you by chance get it online? If so I'd love to know the seller. I'm hoping it get a single goldfish for my 27 hex, and that (oranda?) is just the sort of fish I'm hoping to get my hands on. Thanks!
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    Personally I'd recommend you give the parents a number of tries...maybe alternate between pulling spawns and leaving them with the pair. In my experience breeding rams, I found it extremely hard to feed the newborn fry. The most fry I got out of an artificial hatch was 10 as I believe most starved...but I got over 30 when the pair finally raised them for me! Make sure you include java moss or another fine leaves plant to grow some microorganisms for the babies to eat. I think that would be extremely helpful in helping the parents successfully raise the fry.
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    I was wondering what would be recommended for maximizing white cloud fry production. If I feed the parents well and provide lots of cover, will they not predate on the eggs and young, or do you think I'd have more success producing high numbers of fry by somehow separating them from the parents...and if so, what strategy do you use for separation? Thank you
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    Personally I'd stick to only 2, maybe 3 of the species you mentioned...I might remove the pleco for starters. I think trying to breed that many species in one tank would hinder production of each type...like the breeding for profit video suggests, possibly go with just the guppies and shrimp, and add java moss, or do guppies with sterbai Corydoras. I have heard multiple "professional" corydoras breeders note that cherry shrimp will actually eat their eggs, so you may want to only select one of that combo. In the end, whatever makes you the happiest is what I recommend you go with, but if you're focused exclusively on the profit from the tank, I'd go with only 2 of the 4 species you mentioned, probably the guppies and shrimp.
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    In my experience, it all depends how well you feed them. If they're being fed plenty of bloodworms and other meaty foods frequently, I'd guess you'll see eggs at least once a week for a while. I've found though with Corydoras that they spawn in streaks...they might lay every week for 2 months and then shut down for a larger 6 month stretch...just know that you'll maximize your odds of larger and more frequent spawns with LOTS of bloodworms.
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    That could work. I think if you tried dividing the babies though inevitably some would end up mixed together. I'd either keep the same strain for both pairs so all babies can go together, or 2 strains so different you can grow out the babies together and easily differentiate. Might be easier to just add another 40 to avoid the hassle, not sure what your space situation is though.
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    Awesome! If you have a strategy please share! I'd love to breed them.
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    Okay thanks. Just out of curiosity, why do you advise against those strains?
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    Personally, I think the general public wouldn't tell the difference at all unless they were in side by side tanks, so I'd think they'd sell equally well. With that said, I prefer the top minnow from the 11 years of work. It looks slightly more colorful, although that could easily just be that he's in a slightly more energetic mood than the other fish. I've only bred normal white clouds at this point, but I'm hoping to get some longfins soon. They look awesome!
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    Hey guys, Was wondering if anyone has suggestions as far as livebearer species I could breed in a 10 gallon to sell to a local store. There are so many strains to choose from I just can't decide! Not sure if makes more sense to breed a group of assorted Platies or guppies or go for a more specific strain. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks
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    Hi everyone. I'm looking for suggestions on species to breed for profit in my 10 and 55 gallon aquariums. I'm open to pretty much anything that can sell well and be reasonably easy to breed (German Blue Rams would be the highest difficulty I'd go for). I'm thinking at least one livebearer...not sure which tank to designate for that species though. Thanks for your suggestions!
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    Frozen baby brine could be a good option. It's likely the place you get frozen adult brine and bloodworms would have them. You could also try ordering Golden Pearls from brine shrimp direct if you're more leaning towards a dry food.
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