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.
Question My mom mollie has just recently had babies...We waited and waited to see it happen however we missed it and found only 3 babies hiding in the rocks and plants...Mom still looked really fat and about 2 weeks later we found 2 more fish alot smaller than the previous 3 (obviously just born 2 weeks after) Mom still looks fat..Are there more on the way???how many should she give birth to and we separated the babies into a nursery of there own so that they won't be eaten when can they be let out?? I am really confused about the delivery of 3 then the wait and re delivery of 2 more how long can she do this???? Thank you for your time in reading this question...
Natalie
Answer Hi Natalie,
Mollies are known for their prolific breeding. The can give birth as frequent as once every couple weeks to a month! Chances are, she's still pregnant, and will give birth soon. Sometimes, depending on conditions, she can take a week to release ALL of the babies.
There's a good chance that during the first batch she gave birth to 5 babies, but you only found 3. The two that were not found may have been malnourished, living off the micro-organisms on plants, therefore they were a smaller size.
I can guarantee you that there's more babies on the way - congratulations!
