Since they might not be fertilized, is it possible in the future, say when the parents mate again that they could get fertilized? The male is protecting the eggs like he did something.
RED TEXAS AND GREEN TEXAS MATED
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If they turn out to be infertile this time, the pair will probably try again. Sometimes even if the male is fertile things don't always go right. Males sometimes don't successfully fertilize their mate's eggs. If their next spawn yeilds more unfertile eggs, then your male is most likely the problem. As all of the eggs can't be seen, don't be too quick to scrape them out. Wait a few days to see if you see any wrigglers. You may be surprised. This thread may be moved to the hybrid section. More people who specialize with these breeds may have more answers for you. That Red Texas is very beautiful! Best of luck.WOODYKYLITE;4640693;4640693 said:
They dont look fertile to me. Looks like they have started to fungus up, So the female will probably gobbles them all up soon.
I agree with Gruff, Breeding is instinctual, But males dont always do it right the first try. or 2nd, or 3rd. All depends on the fish. Being the hybrid that he is, I would doubt his fertility, But you never know.
If/when that male decides to get aggressive, Those tankmates wont last long. I wouldnt advise breeding in that sized tank. Personally, I would give him 1 more shot at trying to fertilize the eggs and if not, Either sell him or move him to another tank. A couple months that Carpintis will be the size of the RT and hopefully they could pair up for you, Because that would be a much better chance of fertile eggs.
I agree with Gruff, Breeding is instinctual, But males dont always do it right the first try. or 2nd, or 3rd. All depends on the fish. Being the hybrid that he is, I would doubt his fertility, But you never know.
If/when that male decides to get aggressive, Those tankmates wont last long. I wouldnt advise breeding in that sized tank. Personally, I would give him 1 more shot at trying to fertilize the eggs and if not, Either sell him or move him to another tank. A couple months that Carpintis will be the size of the RT and hopefully they could pair up for you, Because that would be a much better chance of fertile eggs.
