FishWish 1,530 Posted March 9, 2014 The first ten seconds show Spike #2 (a nacreous fry with a black dot on his/her forehead). Then Spike #1 enters (large metallic with a spiked dorsal)…then lots of other cuties showing off! 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yafashelli 9,540 Posted March 9, 2014 I lurve them!!!! 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FishWish 1,530 Posted March 9, 2014 thanks Tammy! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SebastianDiva 45 Posted March 9, 2014 Omg they are getting huge! 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FishWish 1,530 Posted March 20, 2014 The fry are changing, and I can now tell some of them apart. So I thought I’d introduce you to a few members of the gang. The pics aren’t very good…an iphone camera is no match for zippy little fish. First up, is Lisa Left Eye…who was a bit shy. She has a little black patch above her left eye and a spunky attitude that I believe she got from her namesake. Second, is Lulu…the true diva of the tank. She and one other metallic are my 2 most Ryukin shaped fry. Lulu is one of the largest and is a princess. I decided on a 100% w/c for the 20 long so the whole gang ended up in the 5 g. Keeping water params in check has been a challenge to say the least. 34 in a 20g is not ideal. I'm spiking nitrites up to 4ppm within 24 hours unless I do post feeding water changes of about 25%. Let's see…that's daily 90% w/c, and I've been doing 2 daily 20-25% w/c. Oh, and adding extra Prime. I am tired. Love these pugs but it's not for the faint of heart. There are a few that are getting nice looking calico coloring. As of right now, I'll be keeping Lulu. 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HomerJay 4,668 Posted March 20, 2014 They look great! 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fantailfan1 26,742 Posted March 20, 2014 Lisa and Lulu. They are soooo big and they look fantastic! You have done such a wonderful job!! I wonder what Waldo would think if we tossed him in there with all those fry. . Time for a HOB. 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikey 6,780 Posted March 20, 2014 When I upload to YouTube from my iPhone, there is an HD option. I just choose that one. ^^ They are so stinking cute!!! how have I missed this thread?!?! 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yafashelli 9,540 Posted March 20, 2014 Sounds like it's time for an upgrade! Get two big sterilite bins--they're cheap, and they work well. I don't envy all those water changes. 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FishWish 1,530 Posted March 20, 2014 Sounds like it's time for an upgrade! Get two big sterilite bins--they're cheap, and they work well. I don't envy all those water changes. That is a great idea. Why can't I think of the simple solutions?!? Tammy to the rescue! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manadesmalice 5 Posted March 22, 2014 I am so glad that your babies are doing well. It has been such an enjoyable experience to follow their progress with you! I guess LuLu shows that there are indeed ryukin in your genetic background! Now is the time to calculate who on Koko's has extra tank space, and dispense with the fry accordingly. 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FishWish 1,530 Posted March 25, 2014 Things that make you go hummm. Think I should do a head count?? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4prettyfish 2,702 Posted March 25, 2014 I think it's been awhile since I've seen this thread.They are getting so big. That's neat that your keeping at least one of them. Lulu is adorable. Love the cat photo above. 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FishWish 1,530 Posted March 26, 2014 Oh, and I stand corrected…in my previous post…my husband pointed out that if I were a true fan I should know that it's "things that make you go hmmm". C&C would be so disappointed! 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fantailfan1 26,742 Posted March 26, 2014 Oh, and I stand corrected…in my previous post…my husband pointed out that if I were a true fan I should know that it's "things that make you go hmmm". C&C would be so disappointed! I noticed that but I wasn't going to say anything!! Ya gotta love the 90s! That cat pic is 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lis. 4,167 Posted March 26, 2014 Your fry look great! And I can see why you're keeping Lulu, she's beautiful, can't wait to see what she looks like when she's a bit older 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FishWish 1,530 Posted March 26, 2014 Oh, and I stand corrected…in my previous post…my husband pointed out that if I were a true fan I should know that it's "things that make you go hmmm". C&C would be so disappointed! I noticed that but I wasn't going to say anything!! Ya gotta love the 90s! That cat pic is You two are two peas in a pod. 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goldiegeek 523 Posted April 3, 2014 I LOVE Lulu! Now where's Geek???? lol 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FishWish 1,530 Posted April 6, 2014 I LOVE Lulu! Now where's Geek???? lol We DO have a GEEK!!! I'll have to get a picture! 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FishWish 1,530 Posted April 6, 2014 (edited) http://s98.photobucket.com/user/erinrhodes/media/GF/IMG_2143_zps45fd2e9f.mp4.html Edited April 6, 2014 by FishWish 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flipper 13,057 Posted April 6, 2014 OMG! They're huge! I wonder if mine will ever get that big Do you have any favorite fry I like the matte ones 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FishWish 1,530 Posted April 6, 2014 (edited) I just posted a video update above…the fry are now about a week shy of 3 months now. I have been able to bond with a few, and those have been given names. They are all getting bigger…though the size discrepancies are becoming more pronounced. I have a few runts now, and the nacreous fry are really turning orange. I feed a lot of crushed NLS thera A so maybe that is contributing some. A major development in my personal life has led me to begin finding these guys homes ASAP. I have 4 promised to a lady at work. She is buying her niece a tank and gifting two and keeping two. Aub - my favorite is Lulu…look at her picture a few posts back. I am still trying to decide if I will keep her or not. Edited April 6, 2014 by FishWish 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fantailfan1 26,742 Posted April 6, 2014 Her favorite one is Lisa, of course. Lulu They look great!! 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flipper 13,057 Posted April 7, 2014 Sorry to post on your baby thread but I need bbs advise on my fry thread Sent from my SPH-L720 using Tapatalk 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flipper 13,057 Posted April 7, 2014 BTW. ... You should totally keep Lulu she's wonderful! Sent from my SPH-L720 using Tapatalk 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
