Males dig round nests about 30 cm wide in shallow water, often in colonies, spawn with one or more females, and guard eggs and fry until the young swim off.
Pair in a pond.
Pond with gravel patches.
Spring warming.
A female produces about 4,000-7,000 eggs per season, spread over several spawnings and nests; eggs hatch in 3-10 days (3 days at 28 °C).
Fry take infusoria then brine shrimp.
Males and females look alike for most of the year; males become more colourful in the breeding season and guard nests.
Typical for other egg layers
See the species guide for the details.
A general guide for this breeding type. Days change with temperature and species.
See the species guide for the details.
Set up a virtual breeding tank and see what would likely happen.
An educational estimate from the breeding rules, not a promise.