How to distinguish between male and female miniature parrot fish?

The parrot fish is so beautiful because of its bright colors and mouth shape that resembles the parrot's beak shape, and it is very good-looking, and the male parrot fish is usually a little larger than the female. The male parrot fish are a little more colorful than the female parrot fish.

In terms of body size, male goldfish have an elongated body, while female goldfish are comparatively fatter. According to the tail, the tail of the male goldfish is wide and flat, while the tail of the female goldfish is strong and long.

The method is not complicated, the key is to look closely.

In terms of body size, male goldfish are slimmer, while female goldfish are fatter. According to the tail, the tail of the male goldfish is wide and flat, and the tail of the female goldfish is strong and long. In terms of fins, male goldfish will have thicker fins, while female goldfish will have shorter fins.

Goldfish during the breeding season can distinguish between male and female by bloating.

How do mini parrot fish divide male and female, is the dorsal fin longer than the tail fin necessarily a male fish?

Look at the picture comparison,,It's still very easy to distinguish.。

1. The body color of the male parrot is relatively red, and the female is slightly lighter, and it is also easy to turn white. The dorsal and anal fins of male parrots are slightly pointed and long, sometimes exceeding the caudal fin. Female parrot fish generally do not exceed the tail fin, and a clear distinction between male and female is conducive to parrot fish reproduction.

2. Male parrot fish are more aggressive, and the probability of starting is slightly higher. The male parrot fish looks at the genital hole and the funny part is relatively smooth, and the protrusion is very small. The female foci refers to the protruding large hidden cover of the genital orifice of the parrot fish, which is clearly visible.

3. The abdomen of the male parrot fish is smooth, and the female parrot fish is slightly distended, especially when it is adjacent to spawning.

The distinction between male and female in miniature parrot fish is reflected in the differentiation of body shape, head nodules, and dorsal fin drawing.

1. Body type differentiation: In most cases, the body size of male fish is larger than that of female fish, and it is normal to be large to 3 times. And the size of the male fish is more rectangular.

The female fish is smaller and more rounded, because the abdomen is where the eggs are stored, so the overall female fish is rounded.

2. Differentiation of cephalic tumors: males with many male hormones and very strong males will start to rise, and the cephalic tumors will be more obvious with the enhancement of aggression during the breeding period. Generally speaking, the strongest 1 or the 2-3 male fish in the tank have the possibility of a bulging head.

3. Dorsal fin drawing: This has something to do with genes, some males have quite long drawing, drawing like a needle, which will exceed the tail. Forms a beautiful three-fin tail.

Mini parrot fish rearing tips

1. The choice of fish tank.

The mini parrot fish is not large, so the fish tank you need does not need to be too big, and a fish tank of average size will do. In order to enhance the ornamentality, it is best to arrange the fish tank before opening it. Landscaping can be made of clay pots, aquatic plants or sunken wood, which can be arranged according to your own aesthetics and preferences.

2. Raise water.

Although mini parrot fish are easier to raise, they should not be treated casually. After arranging the fish tank, you can open the tank to raise water. During the water breeding period, don't be in a hurry to release the fish, keep the fish in an empty tank for a period of time, and wait for the water quality to stabilize, and then put the fish in.

3. Pay attention to the quantity.

The territorial consciousness of the mini parrot fish is very strong, so the number of rearing should be considered according to the size of the fish tank. It is recommended that you raise a density of 4-6 animals, not too little and not too much, the density is not easy to reproduce, and the density is easy to fight.

Body type, the male and female of the mini parrot fish can be distinguished by the body size, the female fish is more rounded, and the male fish is emaciated; Tail, male fish tail will be wider and the fins are slender, and the female fish has a slender tail and short fins; Abdomen, after the female enters the breeding period, because after reproduction, the abdomen will become significantly larger, and the fin of the male fish will not change in any way.

Distinguish the male and female of the mini parrot fish can look at the body size, the mini parrot fish grown in the same environment, the male and female body size will be different, although the appearance is more similar, but often the female fish will appear more rounded, and the male fish will appear thinner.

Male and female parrot fish can be distinguished by looking at the fins and tails, which generally look wider but appear very flat and have longer fins. The tail of the female fish is elongated, but the fins grow shorter and more refined.

You can also distinguish between male and female by observing the abdomen of the mini parrot fish, after the mini parrot enters the breeding period, the female fish will have a large abdomen because of the fish eggs inside, and the abdomen of the male fish will not change in any way, and the difference between the two can be found by careful observation.