How to tell if a Mary fish is about to give birth

Molly fish is a breeding freshwater fish. To determine whether Mary fish wants to give birth to baby fish, you can pay attention to the following indicators:

1. Abdomen Enlargement: The abdomen of a pregnant Mary Fish will gradually enlarge, especially the area behind the abdomen. If you observe that the fish's belly is noticeably enlarged, it may be a sign that it is pregnant.

2. Dark spots appear: In some species of Mary fish, dark spots or black spots appear during pregnancy. These spots usually appear on the back of the abdomen and can be clustered together or scattered across the body.

3. Behavioral changes: Pregnant Maryfish may exhibit behavioral changes when they are about to give birth. They may become more active, swimming around and looking for secluded places to lay their eggs.

4. Spawning behavior: Pregnant Mary fish may look for suitable places to lay eggs, such as aquatic plants or other shelters. You may observe them swimming, opening their mouths, twitching, etc. in these areas in order to release and protect the eggs.

If you notice the above signs and suspect that your Maryfish is about to give birth to baby fish, there are some steps you can take to provide a suitable breeding environment and keep the baby fish safe. Provide enough plants and hiding places to protect small fish from other fish. Some fishkeepers may choose to move pregnant Mary fish to special incubators to better care for the newborn fish.

Please note that even if a Mary fish is pregnant and showing the above signs, it does not mean that all fish will reproduce successfully. Sometimes Mary fish may also absorb eggs or lay unfertilized eggs. For first-time fish keepers, more experience and observation may be needed to determine how well your fish are reproducing. If you have further questions or need professional advice, please consult your local veterinarian or experienced fish keeper.

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