Pair of N. Venutus..are they ready to breed?

[Red Devil]

I was wondering if the female is big enough to breed.. the male seems to have acquired his stunning breeding colors but isn't the female a bit young at 3 inches.. The male is about 5 inches..thanks

 

[mike dunagan]

not sure... they will tell you... but wow nice pic

 

[Red Devil]

not sure... they will tell you... but wow nice pic

Thank you MIKE... just want an idea of how big the usual female is when she begins to spawn.

 

[Tank Predator]

i have two of them and the one just started turning to blue face

 

[Red Devil]

i have two of them and the one just started turning to blue face

beautiful they are! My favorite of the africans {Lake Malawi}

 

[toehead11183]

Liz, turn down the lights and play some slow solf music. it may help

 

[Red Devil]

Liz, turn down the lights and play some slow solf music. it may help

how is that calvus doing? Getting big?

 

[toehead11183]

naw, hes taking his time growing. almost 1.5"

 

[Red Devil]

naw, hes taking his time growing. almost 1.5"

oh how sweet.. i remenber when you got him..

 

[Red Devil]

I think my female is holding.. actually i am almost positive since she is one of my best eaters and now is suddenly off food and trying to find a cornor to hide inside the 125gal.. now to set up a tank and get her out safely.. anyone ever raise these ..any tips would be appreciated ..i am excited Here is a couple new pics of MOM and POP..