My large male festivum and small rainbow cichlid are protecting a nest. At first I thought he was ill from the odd behavior. I just checked and they are hovering over a clutch in a low back corner together. They are the only two cichlids in this 29G so I guess I might of created a problem. Is this common with such an odd pairing and should I expect the fry to be viable?
I doubt the fry are viable from a breeding perspective. I'd love to see a photo in 2-3 months just to check them out. Do the hobby a big favor, don't or give away any of these fry.
It is not that uncommon for cichlids to cross breed. I agree with the others, don't give them away or sell them but DO give us pics when they are old enough
As long as you give away or sell letting the new owner know exactly what they are buying i see no issue with it. Or sell as feeders....something i would grab in a heartbeat! (very hungry eel lives here lol)
I would have liked to see the fry, but I'm happy that nature took care of this for you. I have heard of folks pulling hybreds out of feeders and if one unethical person gets their hands on them they are all over the hobby. I commend you for spliting the pair up.
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