jolliolli Posted May 8, 2007 Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 Just wondering what a safe size/time is to introduce fry in to a community tank. I have 4 ruby barb fry which a around 8 - 10 weeks old (not exactly sure), they are around 10mm long. I'd like to put them in the main tank rather than their hatchery but don't want them to be eaten or get outcompeted for food at feeding time. Currently there are rams, neons and cardinals, bristlenose, corys, SAEs, mollies, honey gouramis and golden gouramis. From what i understand basic rule of thumb is anything that can fit inside another fish's mouth could be at risk of being eaten, the only fish im not sure about are the golden gouramis as they're adults and approx 10 - 12cm long. Would they be likely to eat fry? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted May 8, 2007 Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 I would say that the gold gouramis could be in for fresh fish food if you added them. JMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
land_lubber Posted May 8, 2007 Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 I would have to agree with Alan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanmin4304 Posted May 8, 2007 Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 Most fish will eat any fish that will fit into their mouth and some will eat fish that require more than one bite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jolliolli Posted May 8, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 thanks, no snacks for the gouramis then.. , will keep them in the hatchery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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