Description:
For cichlid and catfish breeders, egg care is one of the most critical and time-consuming parts of the breeding process. In the wild, many cichlid species fan their eggs constantly to maintain water flow and oxygen levels, and to prevent the fungus that quickly kills eggs in stagnant conditions. In an aquarium, replicating that care is difficult, particularly if the parents are unreliable or aggressive toward each other during the brooding period.
The Egg Tumbler automates that process. It connects to an air pump via airline tubing and uses a gentle, continuous water flow to keep eggs in slow, constant motion, mimicking the fanning behaviour of parent fish. This gentle tumbling action helps prevent eggs from sitting in stagnant water, supports oxygen exchange across the egg surface, and can help reduce the conditions that encourage fungus growth, all of which can contribute to better egg survival and potentially higher hatch rates.
Built from thickened, ultra-clear acrylic, it's sturdy enough for long-term use and transparent enough to monitor egg development clearly without removing the tumbler from the tank. A 90-degree water outlet ensures smooth, continuous circulation without dead spots, and the included suction cups attach the tumbler securely to any aquarium wall. The air valve colour is random.
Dimensions: 28cm (H) x 5cm (D).
Requires an air pump and airline tubing to operate, sold separately.
Suitable for cichlids, catfish, and other egg-laying species.
Product Features:
- Provides a controlled environment that simulates natural conditions, gently tumbling the eggs to prevent fungus growth and ensuring adequate oxygenation.
- Constructed from thickened, ultra-transparent acrylic, this breeding box is both sturdy and easy to clean, offering a clear view of the egg development.
- Features a 90-degree water outlet to ensure smooth and continuous water circulation, essential for the health of the developing eggs.
- Comes with suction cups for easy and secure attachment to any aquarium wall, ensuring stability throughout the hatching process.
- Ideal for breeding a variety of egg-laying fish species, including cichlids and catfish, making it a versatile addition to your aquarium.
Product Specifications:
- Material: Thickened Acrylic
- Dimensions: 28 cm (H) x 5 cm (D) / 11.02 in (H) x 1.96 in (D)
- Colour: Transparent with a random colour air valve
- Suitable For: Cichlids, catfish, and other egg-laying fish species
Items Included:
- 1 x Aquarium Egg Tumbler Incubator
- 2 x Suction Cups
- 1 x Air Valve (Random Colour)
- 1 x Oxygen Tube
- 1 x Bubble Stone
Fish Egg Tumbler
Fish Egg Tumbler
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How the Egg Tumbler Compares
🥚 Aquarium Egg Tumbler
- 🔄Provides Controlled Egg Movement: Gently circulates eggs through the water rather than leaving them stationary in one location.
- 💧Improves Water Movement Around Eggs: Continuous circulation keeps fresh, oxygenated aquarium water moving around the eggs.
- 🦠Helps Reduce Stagnant Conditions: Water movement around the eggs can help reduce the stagnant areas where fungal growth may become a problem.
- 👨👩👧Separates Eggs From Parents: Allows eggs to be removed from the breeding aquarium when artificial incubation is preferred or parent fish may eat their eggs.
- 🎯Dedicated Incubation Environment: Gives breeders greater control over where and how developing eggs are incubated.
🐟 Natural Parent Care
- 🥚Eggs Remain in the Breeding Tank: Eggs are left with the parent fish rather than being transferred to a dedicated incubation chamber.
- 🌊Water Movement Depends on the Parents: Some species fan or otherwise tend their eggs, but the level of water movement depends on the species and individual behaviour.
- 🦠Less Control Over Incubation: The breeder has less direct control over the water movement and conditions immediately surrounding the eggs.
- 🐟Parents May Eat Eggs: Some fish may consume their eggs, making natural incubation less suitable when the goal is to maximise the number of eggs that develop.
- 🔧No Separate Incubation Setup: Natural care avoids the need to transfer eggs and operate a dedicated egg incubation system.
Egg tumbling is standard practice among serious cichlid and catfish breeders for good reason. It removes the dependency on parental care during the most vulnerable stage of development and gives you direct control over the conditions the eggs are incubated in. For breeders who've lost batches to fungus or unreliable parents, a tumbler is one of the most impactful additions to a breeding setup.
Rinse the tumbler in old tank water or dechlorinated water between uses. Make sure to remove any unhatched infertile eggs before reuse to prevent mouldy eggs. Clean the acrylic with a soft cloth to maintain clarity and avoid scratching. Check the suction cups periodically to ensure the tumbler remains securely attached to the tank wall. Replace airline tubing if flow becomes inconsistent.
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