I havn't found breeding bci to be difficult at all. While some people find they need to cycle them (perhaps you did, and the bulb burnout/replacement was all that was necessary), it doesn't seem to be necessary in all situations. I didn't need to.

The only suggestion I have for you is to keep them together for another week or so as they may mate again. Seeing them lock isn't always indication of a successfull fertilization.

Ian