FriendlyLoach Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 Hey everyone, My hillstream loaches just did some breeding for the first time, and I put a mesh cage over the eggs to keep the fish out, I did not see that snails were traped in at the time. I have ramshorn and pond snails, will they eat the fish eggs? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDukeAnumber1 Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 Yeah probably. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HardeepTheLondoner Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 I feel it is possible, but I feel if they are being fed enough they should leave them alone. I would use this round of spawning as an experience into assessing hatch rate and whether you notice the snails eating any eggs. You will be well versed for the next round of spawning and can adjust your environment accordingly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FriendlyLoach Posted February 1, 2021 Author Share Posted February 1, 2021 Thanks, does anyone know how often they spawn? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colu Posted February 3, 2021 Share Posted February 3, 2021 Bladder snail will eat fish eggs 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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