Need Ideas For A Makeshift Breeding Trap

[cujoho78]

Hi. I just noticed that I've got a single platy fry in my little 10 gallon tank. I've had fry before but have never really tried to raise them; they've all been eaten fairly quickly.

Today is Easter Sunday and no stores are open so I can't go buy a fancy breeding trap so I'm looking for ideas to make one out of something from around the house. I've managed to get the fry into a good sized glass jar. I'm wondering if i can put some holes in the lid and leave the fry in the jar so it won't get eaten.

Any tips or ideas would be appreciated. Thanks!

 

[lilfishie]

that should be fine, as long as you keep the temp right, maybe float it in the main tank some how?

 

[cujoho78]

Yeah, the jar is in the 10 gallon tank sitting on the bottom. I have yet to put holes in the lid though. Thanks for the help!

 

[iairj84]

I would just take the lid off and put the top above the water line, then the fry has a chance to get plenty of oxygen and not get eatten. Just take a coat hanger or some wire and wrap it around the jar and hang it over the tank. That will be a little bit better although If you're going to buy a suitable trap tomorrow then I wouldnt worry about it too much.

 

[mtnhomedude]

Hope this helps!!
http/www.bigskycichlids.com/DIY_fryfloaterx.htm

 

[AndreaC]

Or use some tights and spread it across the top and secure around with elastic band so its like netting.