The males usually guard the eggs, which hatch after six to eight days.

Once paired, males will guard females 24 hours a day.

After the fertilization of the eggs, the male will guard them for at least six months.

The males guard these nests until the fry swim away.

The males take a more active role in feeding and guarding.

A male will guard his partner against any other male trying to mate with her.

When breeding, a male will follow and guard a female in estrus.

The male will then guard the eggs until they hatch which is 9 to 11 days.

The males guard the nests and do not retreat when disturbed.

The male will then ferociously guard them for a period of time.