Breeding Piranhas

Piranhas are unique creatures that have gained popularity not only because of their appearance, but also for the many myths that are told about them. Unfortunately, only a few species of piranha have been bred, including Serrasalmus nattereri, S. spilopleura, S. hump rhombeus S.. Moreover, the relatively easy to grow is S. maculatus.

Whichever you choose this type, you should be an aquarium of at least 100 liters. A group of 5-6 piranhas is quiteappropriate, but if you want them breeding it is best to keep only one pair, so there is no other fish to take care of them. If you select a matching pair of two adult piranhas, one thick and another thinner - in most cases thick piranhas represent women and thinner piranhas represent males. Just make sure you do not take care of them after they were fed. Even if a person finds and a female does not automatically mean success, it is a step on the road.

The ideal temperature isbetween 73 ° -83 ° C. The standard fluorescent lamps for lighting in order. Piranhas some cover, and should brighten up even half of the aquarium darker than the others. The piranha fish are tough, but it's a good idea to keep the water clean and clear. In its native habitat, the Amazon, the rainy season when most fish spawn. Frequent water changes and larger seem to have a huge impact on the success of reproduction are (as you simulatethe rainy season) and are very helpful in getting the piranhas breeding condition.

When your piranhas lose all their color and turn almost all blacks are in breeding condition! Both can start protecting a specific site, hunting for other piranhas that come too close. If they start to pick up gravel in his mouth, as if digging means that normally have already begun the process of mating. Be sure to disturb your piranhas during this time! The female isrelease eggs into the pit, and then leave the nest (but might be close to him). The man is usually responsible for guarding the nest and eggs. The number of eggs laid varies from 700 to 400 eggs will hatch in 2-3 days.

If you are lucky enough to have reached this stage, it is time to take small fish. Prepare a tank from 10 to 15-liter under-gravel filter and heater. The water tank should be the parents'. Be very, very carefully for the transfer of the fry, as parentsextremely protective and aggressive. The fry will quickly absorb their yolk sacs and can feed live baby brine shrimp as food.

One thing you should notice is the legal issues. Some states do not allow the sale or possession of piranhas at all. Other states require a permit for the sale or possession of piranha. Be sure to check whether any local restrictions before purchasing your piranhas.