{"product_id":"spawn-mops","title":"Spawning Mops","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpawning mops are one of the most effective and versatile breeding tools available to freshwater fish keepers. Handmade by us from soft green acrylic yarn, they simulate the dense plant roots and fine vegetation that many species naturally seek out when depositing their eggs. Whether you're breeding egg-scatterers, adhesive-egg layers, or raising livebearer fry, a spawning mop gives you a simple, reusable, and highly effective solution that makes egg collection and fry rearing significantly easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the mop can be lifted out of the tank entirely and transferred to a separate hatching vessel, you can protect eggs and fry from being eaten by adults without the need for complex tank dividers or additional equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoil before first use\u003c\/strong\u003e to sterilise the yarn and remove any residues. Rinse thoroughly and allow to cool before placing in your tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach mop has a loop at the top. Thread a cork through the loop to allow the mop to float at the surface, which is particularly effective for Medaka Ricefish and other surface-spawning species that prefer to deposit eggs among floating vegetation. Alternatively, leave the cork out and anchor the mop at the bottom or position it at any depth in the tank to suit your fish's natural spawning behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e If floating the mop, ensure all yarn strands are fully submerged within the tank. Any strands hanging over the edge of the aquarium can act as a siphon, drawing water out of the tank and onto the floor. Always check strand placement before leaving the tank unattended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich fish benefit from spawning mops?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEgg-Scatterers (Tetras, Danios, Barbs, Rainbowfish, Ricefish, Killifish)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese species broadcast eggs freely into the water column or among fine vegetation. The soft yarn strands mimic the texture of plant thickets, encouraging fish to spawn directly into the mop. The fibres also catch and hold sticky eggs before they can fall to the substrate where adults would quickly consume them. Once spawning is complete, simply remove the mop and transfer it to a separate hatching tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdhesive-Egg Layers (Goldfish, some Corydoras)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoldfish naturally seek out broadleaf plants or stringy roots to deposit their sticky eggs onto. Spawning mops act as a reliable, concentrated substitute that is easy to monitor and remove for incubation. Some Corydoras species will also use mops in a similar fashion, pressing eggs into the strands rather than depositing them on flat surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLivebearers (Guppies, Platies, Mollies)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile livebearers don't lay eggs, a spawning mop placed in the breeding tank gives newborn fry a dense, floating refuge to hide in immediately after birth. This significantly improves fry survival rates by keeping them out of reach of hungry adults until they are large enough to be moved or separated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHandmade by Ripple Effect Aquatics. Suitable for freshwater breeding setups.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ripple Effect Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"3","offer_id":47228153233579,"sku":"green-spawning-mop-3-pack","price":9.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5","offer_id":47228153266347,"sku":"green-spawning-mop-5-pack","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/6712\/1835\/files\/Spawning_mops.png?v=1781710035","url":"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/spawn-mops","provider":"Ripple Effect Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}