Cichlidae
Symphysodon
15.20 cm
This is the size of adult discus
Peaceful
Peaceful to other fish but aggressive to each other
Omnivore
283.00 L
121.92 cm x 45.72 cm
28.0 C - 30.0 C
Discus requires warm water. Low water temperatures are stressful and the discus will suffer overtime,being especially prone to intestinal parasites.
Mid
Egg-layer (Parental Care)
Spawning usually takes place on a flat vertical surface
300 fry
Winter or rainy months
After 10-14 days with the parents, fries are moved to 37.854 -113.562 liter tanks. They are fed multiple times throughout the day for fast growth rate. About 10-20% water change are done daily after last meal.