Overview
Discus have been a popular fish in the Aquarium trade for many years. With many colour varieties being bred. he overall coloration of Discus will vary depending on mood and overall health of the fish. The Discus has surpassed the Angelfish as the most popular freshwater aquarium fish. Depending on sub-species, the natural range of the Discus extends from the Amazon to the Rio Negro Regions of South America.
Discus requires an advanced level of care due to its feeding habits and water filtration requirements. Territorial during spawning, this otherwise peaceful fish is among the schooling group, forming a well-defined nuclear family.
Becoming slightly territorial when breeding, it is best to breed an established pair, or maintain a group of young Discus and allow them to pair themselves. Warm, soft, slightly acidic water is required for spawning. The pair will clean a flat surface (usually a broad leaf or the side of the aquarium) prior to spawning. The parents must not be removed from the fry; the fry feed on their parents' mucus.
Care
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Carnivore
Max Size: 15cm
Origin: Peru
Family: Cichlidae
Tank Size: 300L
Temperature: 28-32c
pH: 6.1 -7.5
Photo of actual fish.
