Hemichromis elongatus Pair Video

[Tinodesis]

Hi Folks,

I'm a new member, so I thought I would hello to all right here.

I'm a fan of the Five Star General. About three months ago I put eight WC elongatus juveniles, 2-3", in my 75 Long. I hoped a pair would form and breed. Things are looking good.

Any advice on preparing for fry would be appreciated.

A short video for you. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfoDwP1d1Ak

Best Regards

PS A shout out to lostnight.

 

[Spaz]

I have a pair of frempongi that breed, and a pair that act like they going to but don't. The unproven pair has acted this way for several months but nothing yet. I wish you luck, they look like they want to hopefully they arn't just confused like mine.

 

[Tinodesis]

Thanks Spaz,

There are six more elongatus in with the pair. I'm not sure when to remove them. Any suggestions?

Also, do I need to cover my filter intakes with pre-filter sponge to prevent fry from being pulled in to the filters?

I've never had a pair breed before.

 

[Spaz]

Don't remove them until you see eggs, from my experience i try not to change anything because i've had mine halt the ritual even if i make adjustments to the other caves in the tank.