Gourami Bubble Nest – Breeding, and Common Gourami Species

Gourami Bubble Nest

Gouramis have evolved several different breeding strategies. Some species lay their eggs and move on with no care for the young. Other species build nests out of bubbles on the surface (some species’ eggs float; other species’ eggs sink), other species produce hidden, submerged bubble nests, and still, others are themselves nests, carrying their eggs … Read more

Substrate Spawners Cichlids and Mouthbrooding Cichlids

Substrate Spawners Cichlids and Mouthbrooding Cichlids

Cichlids are a fascinating group of fish to breed because, as far as we know, all species practice brood care of some sort. They are usually divided into two main groups: mouthbrooders and substrate-spawners. However, things are nowhere near as clear-cut as this, since these two main categories can be subdivided depending on who cares … Read more