Can Molly breed in saltwater?
So just as I suspected, they don’t reproduce in saltwater.
Can balloon mollies live in saltwater?
Active Member. Mollies are a brackish fish, so should do fine in saltwater once acclimated.
Do mollies have a breeding season?
The gestation period of a molly fish is around 60 days. Female mollies can store sperm for months and may fertilize eggs as often as every 30 days, even when no male is present in the tank. Mollies may release 10 to 60 live fish at a time.
Can mollies live in freshwater and saltwater?
Mollies are very versatile fish having the unique ability to live in both freshwater and saltwater if acclimated slowly. Just like other livebearers, mollies are easy to breed, and make fascinating fish for the seasoned aquarist. These fish will add drama and contrast to the semi-aggressive aquarium.
How do you get mollies to breed?
To breed molly fish, start by setting up a 15-30 gallon tank for them that includes decorations, a substrate, and freshwater plants. Then, purchase male and female molly fish so you have no more than 2 fish per 10 gallons of tank space. After you introduce the fish to the tank, wait for them to mate.
How long are mollies fish pregnant for?
50-70 days
Mollies 50-70 days.
Do mollies prefer brackish water?
Mollies don’t actually need salt in their water. They can just adapt to saltwater/brackish conditions if they have to. But, adult mollies that have been reared in nothing but saltwater may need salt added to their tank because their bodies are used to living with high salinity.
Are Mollies better in brackish water?
It’s their tolerance of salt that led to the myth they require salt to be healthy. That is not true, they don’t. That said, they do seem to prefer hard, alkaline water. Your use of cichlid salts to increase the hardness and pH is appropriate.
Can you breed Mollies in a home aquarium?
Molly fish will readily breed in home aquaria if you have both males and females in the tank. For breeding, mollies prefer a tank with a temperature at around 80 °F, or even slightly higher. Mollies enjoy neutral to slightly alkaline water pH (up to 8).
What kind of salt do Molly fish like?
Molly Fish – Mollies. Updated October 4, 2018 | Author: Mike FishLore. The Molly is a tropical fish that prefers a little salt in their water. A teaspoon of aquarium salt per 5 gallons of water will go a long way in helping them. You may also see them in saltwater tanks from time to time.
Can a black molly fish live in a regular saltwater tank?
There is a local reef store here that keeps black molly fish in a regular saltwater tank with similar sized species. The molly is a very attractive tropical fish that comes in many different colors such as orange, green and black. Some of the more popular varieties include the sailfin, balloon and the dalmation.
Are Mollies freshwater or saltwater?
Most mollies are breed and raised in Freshwater aquariums, which is why many consider them a freshwater fish. Their natural habitat allows them to be able to live in both freshwater and saltwater.