Well, I brought my female swordtail along with probably 10 fry and 1 mid sized juvenile to the lfs yesterday. I couldn't handle the constant breeding any longer. How to keep a tank lightly stocked with an infinite input of new fish?!
I kept the male though, at least for now. If it wasn't for his brilliant splendour, I'd have brought the pair to the store a long time ago. He may end up going as well if he looks lonely in the tank. I don't like to have individuals of a species (exception: betta), especially those that are so close. It was a sad moment indeed, they pressed heads together through the plastic bag.
Oh well, had to be done. One thing I've learned is that I can breed swordtails fantastically.
I did get 3 small albino cories for my troubles though. And if I end up bringing back the male, I'll replace him with a school of neons.
I kept the male though, at least for now. If it wasn't for his brilliant splendour, I'd have brought the pair to the store a long time ago. He may end up going as well if he looks lonely in the tank. I don't like to have individuals of a species (exception: betta), especially those that are so close. It was a sad moment indeed, they pressed heads together through the plastic bag.
Oh well, had to be done. One thing I've learned is that I can breed swordtails fantastically.
I did get 3 small albino cories for my troubles though. And if I end up bringing back the male, I'll replace him with a school of neons.
