yellow lab breeding problems

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Hwom91

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Iv had problems getting my labs to breed. I had one female hold about 6 months ago but non since. I have 2 males and 5 females in a 90 gallon tank with plenty of rock work. They share the tank with 3 ob peacocks, 1m 2f, and some cories. What can i do to help them along? i feed bloodworms once a day, and NLS twice a day.
 
I wouldn't be feeding bloodworms everyday. Labs can handle more meaty foods than most mbuna but can still get bloat.
I am also curious about the temp?
My mbuna tend to get frisky after a water change.
 
The temp is 81-82 degrees. My ph is about 7.8. Iv seen the male doing his dance but the females dont seem to care.
 
You could do a 50% water change then see what happens.
or you could take out your yellow lab males (for about 1-2 weeks.), During that 1-2 weeks Fatten your females up, then re-introduce only your dominent male.
 
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