GBR questions

[nshepler]

I just have a few questions about breeding GBRs. My first question is how long after the pit is dug should I expect eggs to be layed? Since I just got them and this would be the first spawn I don't expect anything to survive but just in case. I keep them in a tank with the pair of rams and about 15 neon tetras. Would the neon tetras eat the eggs, or fry? Also I have a Hang on back filter, would that suck them in? If so how do I stop that from happening? Thanks for any replies.


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[Mattfinn]

Cut a sponge big enough to fit over the filter intake and then that should solve sucking up the fry. Mine constantly dig pits but I put flat stones in for them to lay their eggs on.

 

[nshepler]

Okay thanks


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[nshepler]

is this rock good?


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[Mattfinn]

It maybe rams can get picky. Slate is the best bet because it's flat. I have flat pieces of river rock which they're happy with.
They should be okay though

 

[nshepler]

Alright I'll go buy some slate today, thanks again.


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