So far, I have purchased 7 adults that had one fry (and a clutch of eggs two days before I made the trip). In the end, 3 survived.

I am making arrangements with a very well known and respected breeder to acquire additional F1 fish. However, with my offspring, plus the new ones I am getting this ...

I did find a transhipper that can help me out. I had no clue what the process involved. The person I am getting the fish from has other fish as well that I may want to get and possibly establish a long term partnership.

Netherlands? that sounds close to me

Yeah, how far is Holland from the Netherlands

Merry Christmas!! Maybe you will bring some luck to our Zebs too (I did a water change after a snowstorm....maybe that will get them going).


Which brings up a good point. When is the best time to do those water changes? As the storm is coming in, during, or after?

Also, how big of a water change ...

I have an opportunity to purchase several L046 from the Netherlands. How do I arrange shipment? Do I need any import papers? Do I need to involve a customs house broker (something like that)? I heard that I should make sure if I have them flown in that I go through Miami or NY.

Details details ...

My wife and I are looking high and low for Zebra Plecos. We really want to start breeding them so that more people can enjoy these amazing fish. We are having some luck with our other fish, and have read up on breeding. We are at 5 tanks now, with 7 more waiting for us to get to them.

I am hoping ...