Main Ref. | Allen, G.R., 1991 |
Mode | dioecism |
Fertilization | external |
Mating type | |
Spawning frequency | |
Spawning aggregation | Acuan |
Batch spawner | Acuan |
Reproductive guild |
guarders nesters |
Parental Care | |
Description of life cycle and mating behavior | Prior to spawning a pair selects and cleans a nest site, usually in a rocky crevice. Female deposits about 30 eggs. Male guards and fans the eggs. Eggs hatch in about 6 days. |
Search for more references on reproduction | Scirus |