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# Fish Parenting 101: Mom vs. Dad
- URL: https://www.cascadepbs.org/show/nature/extras/fish-parenting-101-mom-vs-dad/
- Published: 2026-01-30T16:16:03.000Z
- Updated: 2026-02-04T15:30:10.000Z
- Description: Cichlid parents must learn to work together to protect their young.
- Author: Cascade PBS Staff
- Tags: Nature, #ZZZ_Show_1b3b1a16-4d15-417c-9287-bc59a89e1201, #geo-us, #v1.7, #ZZZ_Extra_00937974-cffa-4b4a-93d9-0cc53f4faaeb, #extra

As their eggs hatch, a cichlid mother works quickly to hide her fry, even taking over when dad gets in the way. When it’s time to move them to safety, both parents must work together to protect every last one.