Can all livebearers crossbreed?

Can all livebearers crossbreed?

The “big four” of livebearers in the hobby(guppy, Molly, platy, swordtail) belong to either the genus poecilia or the genus xiphophorus. Those within a genus should be able to crossbreed.

What aquarium fish can crossbreed?

An examples of commonly found hybrid tropical fish are the Flowerhorn Cichlid and the Blood Parrot Cichlid.

What is the best live bearing fish?

Livebearer Fish That Make Good Pets

• Guppies. One of the most beloved aquarium fish for both beginning and experienced hobbyists is the guppy.
• Mollies.
• Platies.
• Swordtails.
• Endler’s Livebearer.
• Two Types of Livebearers.
• Caring for Livebearer Fish.
• Enjoying Livebearer Fish Care.

What are live breeders?

Livebearers are aquarium fish that retain the eggs inside the body and give birth to live, free-swimming young. Among aquarium fish, livebearers are nearly all members of the family Poeciliidae and include guppies, mollies, platies and swordtails.

Can guppies breed with Mollies?

Potential cross breeding between guppies and mollies These adult fish are not fertile and will not reproduce. Sadly, most babies from the guppies and mollies will die before, during or shortly after they are born. Both guppies and mollies can carry sperm for a long time after reproducing.

Can guppies cross breed with other fish?

Guppy males are so active, that they will often mate with other fish, even male platies. Often they don’t care, just want to reproduce. Unfortunately, form these breeding attempts, there will be no fry. Guppies can’t impregnate platy fish, so they will not produce any fry.

Can guppies and mollies breed?

Can fish breed with siblings?

Yes, if brother and sister are bred together there will be a higher incidence of negative mutations than if two unrelated fish were used, just like with people which is why many people feel uneasy about doing this. So, new breeders take heart and don’t worry about spawning brother to sister.

What is the easiest fish to breed?

Easy to Breed Fish Species

1. Guppy Fish. Guppy Fish. Guppies are known as great breeders.
2. Endler’s. Endler Guppy.
3. Molly Fish. Molly Fish.
4. Platy Fish. Platy Fish.
5. Swordtail Fish. Swordtail Fish.
6. Least Killifish. Least Killifish.
7. Angelfish. Angelfish.
8. Ram Cichlids. Ram Cichlids.

Can swordtail live with guppies?

Like Guppies and Platies, Swordtails are a livebearing species and will breed often if both males and females are present. For aquarium owners looking for easy-to-keep guppy tank mates, Swordtails are a great choice.

Do Swordtails need salt?

What other fish do you have in the tank? I’ve got swordtails in a tank without aquarium salt, so it’s not required. Scaleless fish are susceptable to the salt, so most cat fish don’t tolerate the salt.

Do live bearing fish eat their babies?

Hi, most livebearers do eat their young, but unlike many other live bearers Platys are unlikely to eat their own fry especially with a lot of plant cover available. But to minimize the risk the male should be removed after a couple of weeks and the female once she has given birth.

What are the different types of breeders?

(1) Large Commercial Breeding Operations licensed by U.S.D.A. sometimes considered to be a puppy mill, (4) Professional non-show breeder. The last two categories often overlap.

Can two different breeds of chickens live together?

Some breeds do well in cold and others in warmth. Luckily there are many that do well in both. So a mixed flock of different breeds of chickens is definitely a possibility, it just takes a little homework to make sure everyone is well-suited to live together.

What do you call someone who breeds dogs?

Breeders are normally individuals whose job it is to mate two dogs, care for the pregnant mothers, help them whelp, raise the puppies and then sell them. Anyone who does this can call themselves a breeder whether this is their first litter or the hundredth.

How to find a reputable dog breeder?

There are several ways to find a reputable breeder. Do your homework and only purchase from a breeder that you feel comfortable working with. The best way to purchase a dog is to meet the breeder in person, view her operation, and see the puppy’s parents. If this isn’t possible, a long phone conversation and lots of emails is a necessity.

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