Spawning Media...are There Any Alternatives To Marbles?

[fifefish]

im interested to know if there are any alternatives to using marbles for egg scatterers?

 

[WoodenChair]

Really depends on the scatterer in question.

Some do nests of floating eggs.
Some prefer to drop on plants.
Some fish just drop and run.
Some like to make nests in the back of small caves, so they can protect them.

Give us some more info about the fish, tank parameters ect. The more info the better!


-ChairmanWood

 

[fifefish]

a small tank.
specific to breeding,
wanting to breed tetras and barbs
thats really it...

 

[WoodenChair]

Then ide really have to go with what i trust in that situation.

Different shaped marbles (shooters vs standard size) to create gaps, all poured on top of egg crate.
(I like to use dark colored, black even, marbles, easier to see the eggs IMO)

Sponge filter in the corner with a piece of tubing so that the bubbles expel a bit closer to the surface to keep current and agitation down to a minimum.

Also, i like to throw in a nice big pile of java moss, get it to float. (usually floats at the top of the tube from the sponge filter) aids in filtration a bit and the fish hang out under it for respite. Some even put their eggs in that instead.

Sorry i couldnt really help you find something new, but its a tried and true method.

Good luck with your breeding adventures be sure to keep us apprised.


-ChairmanWood

 

[saltynay]

A net or grate which allows eggs through but stops the parents from reaching them suspended just above the floor of the tank then remove the parentws and grate and wait for them to hatch