Patrick M. Bodega Aquatics Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 Hello everyone! Recently I have noticed my 4 neon tetras that are temporarily in my 75 gal are starting to show breeding signs. What are the signals to know if they're babies on the way? Also, which fish should I separate? I have only ended up breeding mollies before so I am still new to the breeding aspect of fish keeping. If I can get a video I will share. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irene Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 How fun! I've never bred neon tetras before, but I heard their eggs can be light-sensitive. Here is an interesting article I found on the topic: https://www.practicalfishkeeping.co.uk/features/how-to-breed-neon-tetras/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MickS77 Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 If you see females with rounds bellies that's a good sign. If you see lots of activity in the morning at first light that's when most tetras usually spawn. You can separate males and females in different tanks or divide a single one to condition them for breeding. Conditioning is feeding them good. After conditioning for a few weeks add a pair to spawning tank at night and they may drop eggs the following morning. I use 2.5 gallon tanks to spawn a single pair. On the bottom is #5 stainless steel mesh to protect the eggs from getting eaten by the parents. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick M. Bodega Aquatics Posted September 29, 2020 Author Share Posted September 29, 2020 The mesh is a great idea. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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