Main Ref. | Burgess, W.E., 1992 |
Mode | dioecism |
Fertilization | in brood pouch or similar structure |
Mating type | |
Spawning frequency | |
Spawning aggregation | Ref. |
Batch spawner | Ref. |
Reproductive guild |
nonguarders brood hiders |
Parental Care | |
Description of life cycle and mating behavior | In captivity, male was reportedly territorial during the prespawning activities and female was usually hidden among the plant roots. Both sexes clean the underside of plant leaves. Eggs are fastened under the leaves and are also attached to roots of plants. |
Search for more references on reproduction | Scirus |