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posted 03-12-2004 09:33 AM         

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how do u know if the fish are mating and layng eggs, my fish are on the bottom of the tank and have not really been bothered to move for a couple of days but there are other fish in the tank
can u help? what should I do?

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posted 03-12-2004 10:52 AM         

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I don't know about breeding goldfish, but if they're laying on the bottom of the tank, that's not a good sign.

What size is the tank?
What fish are in it and what size are they?
What are your water parameters (ammonia, nitrIte, nitrAte)?

-Chelle

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posted 03-12-2004 10:52 AM         

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As far as I know, goldfish will only lay eggs in a pond. They have to be mature and usually about 8 to 12 inches long before they do this. Goldfish can only stay in an aquarium for a short amount of time, as they grow very large. If you put a bubble wand in the tank, it may help them to move around more. Make sure and check your water parameters.
Oh, and welcome to Auspet!

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