I hadn't filled the tank up all the way, so the water was/is low. She was removed later that night, as he had chased her away from the nest.

Now, poor papa is getting too tired, and about half the fry are at the bottom. Every so often, I see one swim up to the surface. Papa Sparky is doing his best, but it is a very large spawn, I think between 200 - 300 or more. He is constantly darting around, catching the falling ones, trying to scoop up the ones at the bottom, and frantic because his nest fell apart! Poor Sparky!

I hope they make it to the free swimming stage soon, because Sparky needs a break! Then I'll step in and take care of them for him. I think it's another day or possibly two before the fry are free swimming. sigh...