molly fry

[maigen]

how big do fry need to get before i can let them loose in my tank?

tank contains 4 mollies, 2 clown loaches, 2 platys, 4 african dwarf frogs, 2 swordfish, pleco & 2 albino rubies

i don't want them to get eaten....they were born on xmas eve. i know they're not even close to being ready yet.....still sooooo tiny!!!

[travelinman1969]

Depends on the size of the fish in your tank. I've seen some big mollies and swords in my day. They should be big enough to not fit in the mouths of the other fish and quick enough to run. I've always left the fry in the main tank and just give em plenty of hiding spots. Before you put em in, add some hiding spots that the bigger fish can't get to. To the point, if you want to be safe, 1 inch, but 3/4 inch should be okay. They'll grow quick once they are in the bigger tank. Make sure your not overstocking though.