Neon Blue Badis Badis

[Luke*]

I picked up a pair from Mt Eden Jansens when our club went there a while back. Here's the male. Not really sure if they're cichlids either, one site said they are from the family Badidae. Another site said "They are of the family Nandidae, not Cichlidae, though they do display some of the same characteristics of the Cichlids - namely the "yawning" and the territorialism." (http://www.aquahobby.com/gallery/e_badis.php)

SIZE: To 3.2" (8 cm)

HAB: Inhabits still and slow moving water with heavy vegetation in India

S: bottom, middle

TANK: A tank measuring 24" (61 cm) with a capacity of 15-20 gallons (57-76 L) is sufficient. The tank should be well-planted with plenty of hiding places (flower pots, wood, rocks, roots, pipes, etc.). Use a fine gravel or sand substrate.

WATER: pH 6-8 (7.0), 3-16 dH (8), 75-84°F (24-29°C)

BEHAV: A peaceful fish suggested for some community tanks. At first shy, this species will gain trust for its owner once acclimated. Under cramped conditions this species may become more aggressive. Do not keep with fish that will compete aggressively for food as this species may starve. Parents form a patriarchal family. (http://fish.mongabay.com/species/Badis_badis.html)

Here's a shot of the male and female when I first got them. It is typical for the male to be ventrally concave.

[HandS]

Very nice, there are alot of dull badis in the shops, I will be shure to get a pair/trio if i find some as nice as those

Did you find any info on breeding behavior?

[Luke*]

Thanks HandS. Yes I found out that they are quite easy to breed.. woohoo The females are fuller in the belley than the males as you can see in the pic