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Not sure about the moving of poop piles, but the other things you describe sounds like they are shimmying. If that's the case, it means they're stressed or scared. Mollies need LOTS of warm, fresh, hard water to feel good. Think of them almost like a hardwater Discus. That's where part of the rumor of them needing salt comes from, they don't need salt, they need very fresh water with high carbonate hardness. Note as well that salt won't hurt them, they can be adjusted to a full marine environment. Males tend to breed on the 'Hit and run' plan, so I doubt they're showing breeding behavior. When Mollies are feeling good, you'll know, they'll be at the glass like puppies begging for food. If they're stressed, they'll hide in a corner and shimmy.

Diana also has a section dedicated to the 'El Natural' method at APC From some of the reading I've done, Diana Walstad is one smart cookie, not just with the planted tanks.

Do a little research on the 'Walstad' method of setting up aquariums. You can't really create a complete ecosystem in an aquarium, but with a little work, you can make them very low maintenance.

They're still there, looks like 3 or 4 in the tank, but no girls ! Apparently more females are coming, possibly late next week.

I've got a little bit if you want it.

What about using something like Mylar sheeting ? aquariumplants.com example

As long as it is the 'for windows and doors' type, yes. I've used it to reseal several tanks.

It's hard to get a clear picture of a sliver with eyes :smokey: Keep them coming.

It's not unusual to have a few fry that are deformed or under developed. There are several possibilities as to why. Normally, they won't live for more than a day or 2. If they do survive, they are often weak and prone to disease. If you leave them be, they may survive and be fine. I usually leave mine be, if they make it, great. If not, they're snail food.

If she's looking active and eating, she's probably fine. If she's hiding out, lethargic or not eating, she might not be feeling well. Double up on your water changes for 2 or 3 weeks, if you see any problems, add a little aquarium salt to the water ( About 1 tablespoon per 5 gallons ) for a couple of weeks. If you need to add a little salt, dissolve the salt in a little water and add it to the aquarium slowly. It won't hurt your other fish and it will help keep nasty bacteria and parasites down.

That's a good sized drop. Watch the female, livebearer females can be prone to infection after a drop. Congats !

I breed a lot of livebearers as well. They're fun to watch and easy to care for. Loads of personality as well. Good luck with the fry, I'll be watching for pictures.

If you like fry, your gonna love livebearers ! :smokey: There will be lots more coming !

What kind of mosquito fish are you looking for ? Gambusia or Heterandria formosa. I don't have any Gambusia but I do have a few H. formosa.

A great little fish for small and nano tanks is Heterandria formosa aka least killifish / pygmy livebearer . They're a tiny little livebearer, tough as nails, can be kept at room or tropical temps. A couple of pictures of them Just a thought.