Brindled Madtoms (Noturus miurus)
In June and July 2009 we obtained 20 individuals from Clear Creek in Southern Ohio to begin propagation.
Brindled Mad Tom
Photo by Kristi Harraman, OSU
Brindled Mad Tom pair
Photo by Kristi Harraman, OSU
The Brindled Mad Toms are set up in pairs or trios in a tank setup donated to us by Walmart. Their tank layout includes a rock cave, a plastic "plant," and an upside down flower pot. The flower pot has a large hole drilled in the bottom to entice the pair to venture inside to deposit their eggs. Flower pots are checked for eggs 3-4 times per week. Once eggs are laid, the male will guard them.
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Brindled Mad Tom tank setup
Photo by Kristi Harraman, OSU