Frist time dad

[molurus73]

How long does it take for the fry to hook up with mom or dad? If they do not, should I feed them on my own and separate them from the rest?

[White Worm]

I'm not quite sure the exact time but I'm pretty sure its pretty immediate or they will die. Advice,,,,lower the water level in your tank to half until the fry find mom and dad. Gives them less room to get lost. What size tank do you have them in? Make sure there is very little current in the tank. Turn off filters or turn down outputs.

[molurus73]

They are in a 20 gallon high. The only movement is from a small sponge filter in the corner. They are slowly starting to find them. It looks like mom and dad have finally come around. They seem to be placing themselves in all the right places to try to get the fry to attach. At least they are not trying to eat them anymore. I will keep my fingers crossed.

[Willie]

The frys can survive for about 24 hours. After that, they'll starve. Let nature take its course.

Willie