I was just wondering what some of the different colors of a female Jackson's mean, and what are some of the most common colors that a gravid female will turn.
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Most common color for a gravid Jackson
PhilLaCroix
Apr 26, 2005 06:31 PM
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PhilLaCroix
Apr 27, 2005 08:11 AM
Anyone? She doesnt appear to be eating either, but she is keeping herself well hydrated.
gomezvi
Apr 28, 2005 02:33 PM
As far as I remember there is no specific color a gravid female will take. Color variations in Jacksons are due to genetics and stress. In general they will turn black or a mixture of black and their normal coloration when under stress. There is also a red phase Jackson that originated in the Hawaiian wild population, but this red phase only manifests itself in the females. Sometimes it shows up in males, but slowly fades at about 6 months I believe.
As for signaling to males of her condition, a female jackson may show stress colorations at the site of a possible suitor. They will also rock from side to side. This is usually enough for the male to get the hint.
Someone correct me if I'm wrong on any points, as I'm going on 3 year old memory here.
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