Pelvicachromis taeniatus "Dehane"

[leeruisheng]

Something happened. Female is always on top of her cave and the male is watching her at a distance of about 8cm away. This has been going on for two days. Not sure if it's a sign of spawning. And female used to have quite bloated stomach but now became quite slim.

Anyone breed West African cichlids before? Can share your thoughts? Thanks.

[Cacatuoides]

My female has been chased by the male after I came back from KL.....but she's in intense color and shaking in front of the male.....looks like she has lost her 1st brood i think....perhaps i should do a water change.

[SCOPE]

During Breeding times, such small fishes will most probably be killed....

Ok thanks. I was thinking something like Boraras maculatas. Do you something so small will be eaten up?

[leeruisheng]

Can Dehane be housed in a mostly crypt planted tank? Will they pull or eat the plants?

[Cacatuoides]

I don't see a problem of having this species of fish in a planted tank, they will be happy to be in such an environment...no worries wilson

[leeruisheng]

Today saw a few fries. But I think their survival wouldn't be long cause they are housed with my apistos.

[Cacatuoides]

but its good to see that your pair is breeding, mine is growing nicely in size and coloration but no activities