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BC_Kron
Dec 28th 2006, 08:44 PM
Lee Newman strikes again.:notworthy: The first to successfully spawn Retroculus Xinguensis.

I'm lucky enough to have 4 juvies.(and by lucky, I mean lucky enough to have a wife that will support rearranging our multiple tanks to allow me to have them):yes:

These guys are GREAT! They are housed in a 55 "river" tank, with small pebble substrate, decorated with numerous boulders in an attempt to resemble a fast flowing riverbed. Ph is 6.4. The lighting is a little bright right now, but I'm planning to add blackwater extract once I'm sure everything is fine, and that will help diffuse the light and better simulate their natural habitat in the Rio Xingu. :GEEK:


http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m15/bc_kron/S4021491.jpg

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m15/bc_kron/S4021492.jpg

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m15/bc_kron/S4021501.jpg

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m15/bc_kron/S4021502.jpg


So as to not infringe on any copyrights, here's a link you can follow if you want to see what an adult looks like.

http://www.cichlidae.com/gallery/picture.php?p=1715


Hope you like 'em. I sure do!;)


cheers;
Bill
Melody
Dec 28th 2006, 08:59 PM
They're awesome! You are indeed a lucky man on all counts :smile: .

F1's are far more likely to spawn in captivity too, so you might just be the second person to do it. That's exciting stuff!
BC_Kron
Dec 29th 2006, 05:55 PM
Never mind second, too much notoriety for me. I'd settle for a spot way down the list.;) As long as I was on the list, I'd be happy. (nothing worse than showing up for a party, and not being on "the list"):err: "and yes", (parafrazing the missus, over my shoulder) " I am lucky on all counts" :notworthy: LMAO.


Bill
Melody
Dec 29th 2006, 07:59 PM
Ah, nothing like wifely appreciation inspired by a frying pan. :Whip:

I'm sure you'll be on the list and in the book. :D
thegrandpoohbah
Dec 29th 2006, 08:32 PM
Full tank shots please!
BC_Kron
Jan 7th 2007, 12:55 AM
Full tank shots please!



http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m15/bc_kron/rivertank.jpg
CACAdmin
Jan 7th 2007, 01:08 AM
Thanks for posting the 'full tank shot'. Looks great!
Melody
Jan 7th 2007, 04:58 AM
They look like pampered fishies :yes:
madattiver
Jan 7th 2007, 11:00 AM
great looking tank.. looks quite natural :)
thegrandpoohbah
Jan 7th 2007, 12:03 PM
Very nice.
BC_Kron
Jan 13th 2007, 10:02 PM
Found this article today by Lee Newman regarding the husbandry and breeding of Retroculus Xinguensis.



http://www.cichlidnewsmagazine.com/issues/2007jan/retroculus.html
Melody
Jan 13th 2007, 10:34 PM
There is just nothing like finding an article written with that much detail and expertise. Very interesting read and the pic's are great!

Incidentally, if you ever want to mix your bloodline up or anything, the source of his fish is Below Water (http://www.belowwater.com/). Mr. Lucanus is a highly experienced and respected supplier.:smile: