W

EPISODE · Apr 17, 2026 · 1H 9M

263. “Switch Hitter” Spawning Killifish

from Water Colors Aquarium Gallery · host Water Colors Aquarium Gallery

In this episode, the Water Colors Team gather around the table to talk about “switch hitting” killifish. In other words, killifish that can mop spawn and substrate spawn. They discuss different spawning methods, practices they use at home in their own breeding projects, and why these fish have developed this advantagous adaptation. Come listen to how incubations times differ depending on the method, and decide which method you are going to use next.   Looking for more content? Become a YouTube member for exclusive access to behind the scenes livestreams! https://www.youtube.com/@watercolorsaquariumgallery Enjoying the show? Support the gallery by shopping aquarium plants, merch, equipment, and more! https://watercolorsaquariumgallery.com/ Join the discussion on the Water Colors Aquarium Gallery Podcast Listeners Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/788428861825086/ Join our growing community on Discord! https://go.watercolors.shop/discord   Sources mentioned in this episode: Alex Rose and Coral Magazine – https://www.coralmagazine.com/ Species mentioned in this episode: Fundulopanchax sjoestedti – Blue Gularis Kryptolebias marmoratus Epiplatys dageti Epiplatys monroviae Fundulopanchax garderneri Aphyosemion splendidum Aphyosemion australe

In this episode, the Water Colors Team gather around the table to talk about “switch hitting” killifish. In other words, killifish that can mop spawn and substrate spawn. They discuss different spawning methods, practices they use at home in their own breeding projects, and why these fish have developed this advantagous adaptation. Come listen to how incubations times differ depending on the method, and decide which method you are going to use next.   Looking for more content? Become a YouTube member for exclusive access to behind the scenes livestreams! https://www.youtube.com/@watercolorsaquariumgallery Enjoying the show? Support the gallery by shopping aquarium plants, merch, equipment, and more! https://watercolorsaquariumgallery.com/ Join the discussion on the Water Colors Aquarium Gallery Podcast Listeners Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/788428861825086/ Join our growing community on Discord! https://go.watercolors.shop/discord   Sources mentioned in this episode: Alex Rose and Coral Magazine – https://www.coralmagazine.com/ Species mentioned in this episode: Fundulopanchax sjoestedti – Blue Gularis Kryptolebias marmoratus Epiplatys dageti Epiplatys monroviae Fundulopanchax garderneri Aphyosemion splendidum Aphyosemion australe

NOW PLAYING

263. “Switch Hitter” Spawning Killifish

0:00 1:09:39

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

LE HAWKESBURY SOCIAL ’BACK TO LIFE’ ADAM STACEY Welcome to the ‘Le Hawkesbury Social’, 'Back to Life’ a space where we celebrate life in all its colors: happiness, joy, love, connection, and even the moments of sadness that make us human. A space where we celebrate life in all its colors: happiness, joy, love, connection, and even the moments of sadness that make us human. Hosted by a passionate mental health advocate, this show dives deep into the topics that truly matter to today’s culture and community. Each episode offers honest conversations, thoughtful reflections, and real stories that bring people together. Whether you’re here for mental health discussions, community connections, or just looking to feel seen and heard in a fast-paced world, you’re in the right place. Adam believes in building a diverse and inclusive community where voices from every background can come together, share, and support one another. That’s why every Wellness Podcast, we open the mic to local community partners, support services, and inspiring voi PMA: Sculpture Garden - Art Tours Philadelphia Museum of Art The Sculpture,Garden presents a superb and versatile outdoor setting for the appreciation of art, offering a lively experience of sculpture for both the casual passerby and devoted art lovers. Gracefully integrated into the existing landscape, the Sculpture,Garden extends the Museum’s vast galleries to the outdoors while strengthening the Museum’s connections to the city and Fairmount Park. Its pathways and vistas, green space, and water feature create a variety of spaces for art while maintaining an open setting that invites Philadelphia’s public to explore a new expression of the Museum’s goal to make more art available to an ever-growing audience. Water Buffs Water Desk The Water Buffs podcast features in-depth interviews with experts and leaders who can explain the challenges confronting our water resources—and potential solutions. We’ll be interviewing journalists, scientists, policymakers, advocates, water users, and other stakeholders. Visit waterdesk.org for more. Dhalgren Gallery : The Artists Dhalgren Gallery Dhalgren Gallery : The Artists

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Water Colors Aquarium Gallery?

This episode is 1 hour and 9 minutes long.

When was this Water Colors Aquarium Gallery episode published?

This episode was published on April 17, 2026.

What is this episode about?

In this episode, the Water Colors Team gather around the table to talk about “switch hitting” killifish. In other words, killifish that can mop spawn and substrate spawn. They discuss different spawning methods, practices they use at home in their...

Can I download this Water Colors Aquarium Gallery episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!