Re: Nannochromis tranvestitus

["Helen Burns" <helen.burns@bigwig.net>]

> > What is the breeding size for N.transvestitus? I have two pairs, fish
are
> > about 2 inches long. One pair goes along well, and female has a purple
> > belly. Is it indicative of something, or just a regular coloration?

I would say that your fish are the right size to breed.  The female's
purple belly is an idication she is ready to spawn provided the pair are
compatible.

> > another pair (in a different tank) female is somewhat deformed
(accordeon
> > spine), and male is chasing her, she stays in plants. Does she have a
> > chance to reproduce, or male will never forgive her for her deformity?

If I were you I wouldn't breed from this female as the deformity may be
hereditary
Helen



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