I've been impressed with how my Green Terrors have taken to pond life. This is the first time I've had this species outside and so far, they have exceeded my expectations (not sure what they were, but they exceeded them 
) They have spawned and are presently raising a batch of fry. They are active and showy, with their blue spangles and orange fins seen clearly, especially in the sunshine. They are peaceful, and they do well at cooler temperatures (~20-24 C), although they can withstand much higher. They aren't fussy when it comes to food and are always at the forefront to greet me when I go out to check the pond. Time will tell if this state of affairs continues, especially when we start getting "cold snaps". Even with the cool nights (10 C last night), there's no sign of any problems (both the air and water temperature today are presently 23 C). Here's a sequence I shot today of the male (the one that jumped out the other day)]coming to the surface to feed. Quite a sight!
) They have spawned and are presently raising a batch of fry. They are active and showy, with their blue spangles and orange fins seen clearly, especially in the sunshine. They are peaceful, and they do well at cooler temperatures (~20-24 C), although they can withstand much higher. They aren't fussy when it comes to food and are always at the forefront to greet me when I go out to check the pond. Time will tell if this state of affairs continues, especially when we start getting "cold snaps". Even with the cool nights (10 C last night), there's no sign of any problems (both the air and water temperature today are presently 23 C). Here's a sequence I shot today of the male (the one that jumped out the other day)]coming to the surface to feed. Quite a sight!
- sort of a "jerky" video.
