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Major Algae Bloom | 17 comments (17 topical, editorial, 0 hidden)

You've saved me again (none / 0) (#4)
by GuppyAdict on Wed Sep 17, 2003 at 04:16:57 AM PST

UncleScott.

I will clean the gravel a little at a time. And yes, all my research and asking around has really made me more aware of how to run a good aquarium. I'm very determined to get it right.

On another note US, should I be concerned that my untainted female is chasing and nipping at my males? Should I separate her from the group?

What does it mean when my male guppy actually points his anal fin forward. Dare I ask?

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Don't you dare give up hope NOW!!! :-) (none / 0) (#6)
by guppygirl on Wed Sep 17, 2003 at 01:14:27 PM PST

Hey there,
Yes, you are definitely on your way to becoming a most knowledgeable aquarist.
Keep up the good work!!
Remember, we have all been there, and may be again.
I'm probably going to run into a few snags when I do my next set up, I am sure of it.

Maybe you can help me out, because sometimes, I admit, I haven't had the time to read all of unclescott's sage advice.

As far as asking about the male thing, I think you already guessed it, "He's horny" (tried not to offend, but that's the best way I know to describe it!!!) ;-)

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Your too funny Guppygirl! (none / 0) (#7)
by GuppyAdict on Wed Sep 17, 2003 at 03:14:37 PM PST

That's what I thought!

I noticed yesterday when I put my females in that my male guppy was swimming around all funky. I had never seen that before. It was very interesting to watch.

What about my female guppy that keeps nipping at all my bigger males? She looks like she is the only one that is "pure." :-) And I thought maybe she was feeling fiesty too! Do they have certain mating rituals that I should be aware of?

I have her in another tank, so that she wouldn't stress everyone out. Would it be ok to put her back with the group?

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Read (none / 0) (#8)
by Scott Lockwood on Wed Sep 17, 2003 at 05:42:47 PM PST

I think the book is "Sex and mating choice in guppies" by Anne Houde. I have it at home, I'll get you the exact name of the book.

"I love to visit PetSmart's Tropical Fish Dept. to see what new diseases are around today." -- inkmaker
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A lot to learn about Guppies! (none / 0) (#9)
by GuppyAdict on Wed Sep 17, 2003 at 06:09:46 PM PST

Scott,

Thanks. Let me know what that book is called and I will check it out.

Is it safe to return my fiesty female back in with the group?

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I don't see why not. (none / 0) (#10)
by Scott Lockwood on Wed Sep 17, 2003 at 06:45:37 PM PST

"I love to visit PetSmart's Tropical Fish Dept. to see what new diseases are around today." -- inkmaker
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Major Algae Bloom | 17 comments (17 topical, 0 editorial, 0 hidden)

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