AboutNathan Expertise I can answer all questions related to freshwater aquariums. If I am not available because I am maxed out, you can find me on the Aquarium Plants category. Fish care, fish behavior, feeding, breeding, and diseases are my specialty. To be specific, I am most familiar (though I am familiar with most species) with Livebearers, Tetras, Barbs, Danios, Loaches, Goldfish, Angelfish (freshwater), Catfish (corydoras, plecos, etc.), Bettas, shrimp, and even snails. I can help out with new tank setups, the cycling process (nitrogen cycle), acclimation of fish, and general care. I can also answer questions regarding many species of freshwater plants, including fish compatibility with plants. Additionally, I can lend a hand when it comes to aquarium support equipment questions, such as those regarding filters, heaters, lighting, and thermometers. Questions about aquarium water conditioners and products are also accepted. I will try to answer your question to the best of my abilities, and if I do not know an answer, I will do my best to find out.
I do not have much experience in saltwater aquariums, or pressurized CO2 systems, so I cannot answer any such questions. Best wishes, and good luck to your fish!
Experience I have kept freshwater fish tanks for many years, and I am experienced with a variety of different freshwater species and invertebrates, such as Tetras, Barbs, Loaches, Danios, Livebearers, Cichlids, Goldfish, Bettas, Catfish, Shrimp, and Snails. I have helped people set up aquariums, and I am very familiar with aquarium products and equipment. I have also bred many fish, and I always care for my fish in the best way possible.
What makes a good home for tropical fish? Well, all tropical fish, like guppies and Bettas, require filters, heaters, and a good-sized tank. Healthy fish should be actively swimming and feeding, with defined fins and clear eyes. Take a random check of some of your fish daily, to make sure they're thriving!
Education/Credentials I own an extensive collection of aquarium-related books and magazines, and have read all about, and I am experienced in, many aspects of humane and proper fishkeeping. Through these books and other articles, from reliable internet sources, and from personal experience with fish, I have a thorough knowledge of freshwater aquariums, fish, and freshwater plant species.
My pregnant mollie had about 40 baby fry sadly they all died.Im Wondering if she has anymore fry in her? At the moment she is in a breeding box do i take her out of it? She seems to have a lot of poo as normal in the breeding tank and she no eating is there something wrong with her?
Many thanks x
Answer Hi Scott,
Baby fry are quite sensitive to ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate, so poor water quality probably played a key role in the fry death. Mollies can have anywhere between 2-80 fry, with 50 or so being the average. The whole birthing process normally takes up to a day. If she has not given birth in 24 hours, she has no more babies in her.
Take her out of the breeding box IMMEDIATELY!
Breeding boxes are very stressful for fish especially the bigger livebearers like Mollies. I highly do not recommend using boxes for Mollies, because they can become extremely stressed and even have an abortion, giving birth to dead fry. Having a 5 gallon separate breeding tank or a breeding net is better. Boxes should only be used for small Livebearers, like Guppies.
She's not eating because she's stressed - just put her back into the tank and she will be fine.
