George, What were you feeding the fry once they were free swimming during those seven days? Helen > I hatch my Blue Rams eggs with a airstone in a 5 gal. tank and sponge > filter. > The problem is that my fry`s only live for 7 days and then slowly died. > I do water change a few times a week > Any idea why this is happening??????? > Thanks > George ------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is the apistogramma mailing list, apisto@listbox.com. For instructions on how to subscribe or unsubscribe or get help, email apisto-request@listbox.com. Search http://altavista.digital.com for "Apistogramma Mailing List Archives"!