Psycho74 Posted July 6, 2013 Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 Hi Guys, Just wanted to share an image of my first BBS hatchery. Now just wait for 40 hrs for BBS! Any feedback appreciated. Thanks Hanho for the eggs! Cheers, Shane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenswimmers Posted July 6, 2013 Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 too easy Shane...now just hatch them eggs and feed them bubbas mate!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psycho74 Posted July 6, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 Yeah, gotta feed them to my Cacataudies fry as the last batch died. Btw once hatched and I syringe them out do I keep the leftovers in the fridge? Cheers, Shane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tutters187 Posted July 6, 2013 Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 I used to buy live BBS from aquarama, they used to make it up every day or so for their fish and would usually grab it out of the fridge, pre packed with o2. Not sure how long it would last like that though maybe 24-48hrs. I've read you can feed the BBS spirulina and bakers yeast but best to research it more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squidlloyd Posted July 6, 2013 Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 Yeah I've been told about yeast too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grubby Posted July 6, 2013 Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 Nice, dude make a lid for it using another bottle bottom to keep salt spray to a minimum. Drill a hole in the top of that piece to pass the airline through. I use Ocean nutrition magnetic brine shrimp eggs, I find they hatch in about 12 hours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mines bigger Posted July 6, 2013 Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 I just use some aquaculture eggs I was given, 85% hatch in 24 hours Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psycho74 Posted July 6, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 Thanks everyone for your responses. Grubby - ill make a lid for it first think I wouldn't want my tools going rusty! Do you have a recommendation on where to get Ocean nutrition magnetic eggs? So what does everyone else say- is it recommended to add yeast to keep the BBS alive a little longer? This would come in handy as I already use it for my DIY C02! Lol Cheers, Shane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n6230806 Posted July 6, 2013 Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 Just use the take away container lid, quick and easy, no extra handwork. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tutters187 Posted July 6, 2013 Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 Anywhere that stocks ocean nutrition should have the eggs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grubby Posted July 6, 2013 Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 The boys at AOA sell them, or you can get them on ebay. You will need a rare earth magnet as well to remove the used shells after the hatch. I like your pebbles in the bottom idea, I did the same as I found the hatchery has a high centre of gravity when it is full of water. Because I am raising Central American cichlid fry I am not worried about salt in my tank as I add this normally after a water change, what I do with my hatchery is connect it up to a T valve with a tap and have a weighted airline in the tank near the fry. That way I can drain the BBS straight at the fry and they can scoff their heads off. I also use the hatchery in this manner to feed them green water and frozen BBS or lobster eggs. No need to mess around with nets. It works just like an IV Drip like you would see in a hospital .....gravity fed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tech Den Posted July 6, 2013 Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 We have decapsulated eggs if that helps and saves time. NT Labs Artemia Revolution Decapsulated Eggs 30g guarantee 1,000,000 larvae Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psycho74 Posted July 6, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 (edited) As per the pic you will note I cut a small hole in the bottom for the airline rather than feed it to the top. So this morning I was able to snugly secure the off-piece of the cut bottom to the top as a lid. Also a tip for others to make the air-hose fit really tightly I first cut a corner from the air-hose to make it pointy. Drill a hole in the lid smaller than the hose. Then needle the point of the hose into the drilled hole. Obviously it will only go through slightly. Then use a pair of pliers to pull the hose through. Finally cut the inside point of the hose off flush and there you have a water tight fit.. No silicone needed. 👍 I've also been advised to use an aerator to even the air flow which I will attach next time. Cheers, Shane Edited July 7, 2013 by Psycho74 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grubby Posted July 7, 2013 Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 Airstone produces fine bubbles which get under the bbs's carapice and kills them, a plain airline is fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psycho74 Posted July 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 Ok thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mines bigger Posted July 7, 2013 Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 I use an airstone and have not had any problems with the bubble thing, think about how small the bubbles would have to be... Bit of a myth I reckon, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tech Den Posted July 7, 2013 Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 Are you going to mount it in your tank or just have it outside? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grubby Posted July 7, 2013 Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 I use an airstone and have not had any problems with the bubble thing, think about how small the bubbles would have to be... Bit of a myth I reckon, yeah but i drain my shrimp through the airline, an airstone is a fiddly hassle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psycho74 Posted July 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 Are you going to mount it in your tank or just have it outside? I'm hatching them in the garage and will syringe them out and plan to tip some in the tank water and hope some make their way to the bottom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tech Den Posted July 7, 2013 Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 This is a little kit that we do and it might give you an idea or two how you may choose to mod or alter the one that you are doing. Great to see you doing a DIY and a good idea for people to have a crack - for those that are time poor then there are options too. Here is a link to some tips that might also help you along the way. So yes we sell them but this post is intended to help your DIY and hope there is something of use to you to use on your own. http://www.ntlabs.co.uk/learning-zone/28/Aquarium+-+Brine+Shrimp+Hatching+Tips http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gkD80YQD1Yg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psycho74 Posted July 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 Thanks for the tips & pic of the kit Techy. I'll see how I go and I may pick up one of those kits from you. Will you be setting up at the auction this month again? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tech Den Posted July 7, 2013 Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 I will be going to the Auction - so if you would like me to bring something for you I am more than happy but do not know about the tables at this stage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psycho74 Posted July 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 9, 2013 Hi guys just an update. After some days of concern I returned from work to find many many specs of wriggling dust!l My smaller fish enjoyed their delicacy tonight lol! Looking forward to my next batch of fry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
