need N. Rachovi info

[neb123]

Hello,
im considering buying some N. Rachovi eggs and raising the spawn, i want to put a few in my 30 gal tank,
the first question i have is how many males can i put in this tank and how many females should i put in. I already have one rachovi female in there so i was considering putting two more females, and two males, the tank has enough hiding spaces that i think the males would be alright together but im not sure
second question is how long will these eggs last, if i raise half the batch of eggs and save the other half in an incubated jar or something would i be able to pull it out and raise the rest of the spawn in 6-12 months if i wanted to?

[TyroneGenade]

i want to put a few in my 30 gal tank

There should be no problem with this as long as they do not have to compete with other fish for food and there is no strong current to blow them around the tank (they are not strong swimmers).

One generally has 2 or 3 females for a single male but for larger groups the ratio is no longer that important. Having many males and many females will see the fish spawning where ever they like even if the dominant male has claimed the peat tub.

I would put in 3 or 4 spawning tubs in the tank. A male will claim each and entice the females to spawn. The excess males will probably be largely ignored as long as they don't fight for the tub. Having a well planted tank (as shown here) will help a great deal.

second question is how long will these eggs last

My advise is remove any eyed-up eggs and wet them with some peat extract and an oxygen tablet. Leave any undeveloped eggs in the peat and store the peat somewhere cool. This may extend the shelf-life but getting another 6--12 months may be pushing your luck. The best would be to breed your own replacement rachovii.

I have some Beira 98 fish spawning right now and could supply some eggs for you at a nominal fee.

Regards