Paretroplus menarambo Youngster Update

[notho2000]

Here are some pictures of the young Pinstripe Dambas that were spawned on December 8th, 2012.They are now about 18 weeks of age and are starting to show their striping and orange edging in the unpaired fins. Body shape is compressed and oval in shape at this stage, much like the adults, and they have a TL of 1.5 - 2" (3.5 - 5.0 cm).

 

[duanes]

Fabulous job Jim.

 

[dparks87]

They look great! This is one of my favorite fish. I just picked up five youngsters about this size. Mine are tank raised out of Indonesia.... Go figure lol. If you are ever willing to ship keep us posted. I know I would love to have another bloodline in my collection.

 

[LS2012]

They look stunning! What are they eating at this size and how often do you feed them?

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[notho2000]

I'm feeding them small pellet foods, one spirulina based and the other more animal protein (shrimp, fish) based. they get frozen blood worms once in a while for a treat. I usually feed them two or three times a day.

 

[LS2012]

Thanks Jim, looking forward to seeing more pics as they grow. Your Mad. Fish are always wonderful!
Laurie

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