David, What you say does sound feasible, in the wild the male would possibly move on and find another available female. I acquired, initially six and when a pair formed I removed the excess four. Perhaps someone else on the list could enlighten you? Helen > do you think that this behaviour from the male might indicate that they're > hareem breeders then? >From: David Colin Gorton <colingorton@hotmail.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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"!