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by Rod47
Thu Jan 24, 2013 2:51 am
Forum: Spawning
Topic: What to do with a spawn
Replies: 4
Views: 7908

Re: What to do with a spawn

As with any topic you are probably going to get a number of different opinions, but the best we can do is tell you what has worked for us. I always leave all spawns to the care of the male, primarily I guess because I have never had a problem with a male not taking excellent care of them. While I ha...
by Rod47
Fri Dec 14, 2012 8:43 am
Forum: Tank Set-Up's
Topic: Rockwork in Zebra Tank
Replies: 11
Views: 12157

Re: Rockwork in Zebra Tank

Look online (internet search or yellow pages for your city) using the terms landscape materials, landscape supplies, masonry supplies or decorative rock and the name of your city and state is one way. That seems to pull up the ones in my area, so that should work. Good luck.
by Rod47
Thu Dec 13, 2012 7:00 am
Forum: Introduce Yourself
Topic: Hi from Yonkers,
Replies: 3
Views: 4215

Re: Hi from Yonkers,

You are right about the zebra plecos being able to begin spawning when they are 3". At least that has been my experience. Some even start a little smaller. I have one female that started when she was just a little over 2.5". So you should be getting close. In my case....what seems to help ...
by Rod47
Thu Dec 13, 2012 6:45 am
Forum: Tank Set-Up's
Topic: Rockwork in Zebra Tank
Replies: 11
Views: 12157

Re: Rockwork in Zebra Tank

I use two types of "rocks" in my breeding tank. One are flat pieces of rock I buy from a place that sells landscape rock, compost and retaining wall blocks. Most cities will have places like this around. Purchasing them at such a place give you a lot of choice in variety, color and size. A...
by Rod47
Wed Nov 14, 2012 7:51 am
Forum: General Care and Breeding
Topic: Hurricane Sandy- 10 Days without Power
Replies: 4
Views: 8204

Re: Hurricane Sandy- 10 Days without Power

I’m really happy to hear that all your efforts during the blackout caused by Sandy, which are truly amazing by the way, had a happy ending with all the zebra plecos surviving! Maybe they will demonstrate their appreciation by doing more than just showing an interest in each other. Sounds like they m...
by Rod47
Thu Nov 01, 2012 7:37 am
Forum: Introduce Yourself
Topic: Who is Rod47
Replies: 2
Views: 2957

Who is Rod47

Since I've never introduced myself, I think it would be appropriate to answer Icantquit's question here as an introduction. I'm a new member (joined in Jan) who really enjoys L46 zebra plecos and the information provided by everyone that frequents this site. I’m new to social media, so up until now ...
by Rod47
Thu Nov 01, 2012 6:19 am
Forum: Male Or Female......You Decide!
Topic: My New Zebras :) Sex plz?
Replies: 4
Views: 7714

Re: My New Zebras :) Sex plz?

You are welcome, Wu. I'm glad others also think the two "ladies" you picked may be females. We all hope you and the rest of NJ get your power restored soon! Rod47
by Rod47
Sun Oct 21, 2012 8:26 am
Forum: PRIVATE Sales and Wants
Topic: Tank raised zebra plecos for sale
Replies: 0
Views: 4763

Tank raised zebra plecos for sale

If you are looking for L46 zebra plecos, check out http://www.buyzebrapleco.com. I have quite a few available ranging in size from 1 inch to 2 and 1/2 inches. These were bred and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area.