My pair of tapajos orange head have just laid the eggs on a rock. This is their first spawn.
The problem is, there were some signs of ich in the tank and I have just started treatment with protozin right before they spawned. Because I have BN pleco in the tank, I half-dosed the tank, but I reckon it will still be harsh for the eggs. I suppose they have to fend for themselves.
BTW, after spawning, I notice the male is chasing every tankmates, including the female, away from the rock. From most of the sources I read, usually the female broods the eggs and take care of them until they are too big for her. It is then that the male will take over some of the fries. Is there anyone with the same experience? Will the male take care of the eggs on his own, or he will just leave them alone?
The problem is, there were some signs of ich in the tank and I have just started treatment with protozin right before they spawned. Because I have BN pleco in the tank, I half-dosed the tank, but I reckon it will still be harsh for the eggs. I suppose they have to fend for themselves.
BTW, after spawning, I notice the male is chasing every tankmates, including the female, away from the rock. From most of the sources I read, usually the female broods the eggs and take care of them until they are too big for her. It is then that the male will take over some of the fries. Is there anyone with the same experience? Will the male take care of the eggs on his own, or he will just leave them alone?