Some fish lay eggs while others give birth to live young. The eggs are usually round and white, but can also be amber or green in color. They are fertilized by the male and hatch in two to five days, depending on the temperature of the water. The fry (newly hatched fish) are usually born without scales and must be fed very small foods until they grow large enough to eat regular fish food.<\/p>\n
If you find eggs in your tank, it is best to remove them immediately as they will not survive long without being fertilized. You can either discard them or try to hatch them yourself. Hatching fish eggs is not difficult, but does require some patience and attention.<\/p>\n
To hatch fish eggs, you will need an incubator or a fish hatchery. You can purchase these online or at your local pet store. Once you have your incubator set up, simply add the eggs and maintain the water temperature at around 77-86 degrees Fahrenheit. The eggs should hatch within 24-48 hours.<\/p>\n
Once the fry have hatched, they will need to be fed very small foods such as baby brine shrimp or commercially available fry food. Keep the water clean and free of debris, and do not overfeed as this can cause problems with water quality. The fry should be large enough to eat regular fish food within 4-6 weeks.<\/p>\n
FAQs<\/p>\n
How long do fish eggs take to hatch?<\/strong><\/p>\n The time it takes for fish eggs to hatch depends on the water temperature. In general, eggs will hatch within 24-48 hours when the water temperature is maintained at 77-86 degrees Fahrenheit.<\/p>\n