Discuses are one of the most colorful fish in the hobby. They come in a variety of colors and patterns that look striking when paired with the Electric blue acara.
Pairing the two species together can create an interesting and attractive community tank that is full of color.
Can cichlids and discus live together?
Since Discus are the more sensitive fish, potential tank mates should adapt to their preferred water conditions.
It’s possible to keep Discus with Dwarf Cichlids such as Kribensis and Blue Rams
. You can also keep Discus with Angelfish but only in a bigger tank.
What other cichlids can live with discus?
Some suitable aquarium mates include
cardinal tetras, neons, emperor and rummynose tetras as well as clown loaches and dwarf cichlids, such as rams and Apistogramma species
. All of these fish tolerate the high temperatures and low pH/hardness required by discus.
How many Blue Acara should be kept together?
Electric Blue Acaras can definitely be kept together. It’s better to keep them in pairs or in groups of
at least six
.
Do blue acaras eat plants?
Electric blue acara fish are omnivores and
can eat both live animals, plants, and vegetables
, but they are closer to being carnivores than anything else. The best thing is to feed a balanced flake diet, with additional live food and vegetables.
Is acara a community fish?
Not only is the fish blessed with absolutely beautiful looks, but the Blue Acara is also one of the more peaceful of the cichlids, making it
a good choice for a community tank of similar-sized, amenable species
. These fish are extremely hardy and easy to care for, making them a good choice for a novice hobbyist.
Can neon tetras live with discus?
As we discussed earlier this is important because discus fish are pretty prone to stress. What is this? Although slightly lower temperatures are usually recommended for Rummynoses than Discus, hobbyists have found that
the tetras usually do just fine in their warm Discus tanks
.
Can Congo tetras live with discus?
They make a wonderful addition to a Discus Community Tank
. According to Wikipedia “The Congo tetra has a typical full-bodied tetra shape with rather large scales.
Can you keep rainbow fish with discus?
According to Wikipedia, they grow to a length of about 3.9 inches in normal healthy community tanks. Their color intensity may be a sign of mood or health. Generally more intense is seen during night time.
They make good tank mates for other Discus, Tetras, and Corydoras
.
Can discus and parrot fish live together?
It is not recommended to keep Discus and Parrot Cichlids together
, as they have different requirements. Parrot Cichlids are too aggressive to be kept with the relatively shy Discus. Parrot Cichlids can also potentially destroy hiding spots meant for the Discus. They both also need different water conditions.
How many discus should be kept together?
Discus should be kept together, and those of different varieties will also school together meaning you can have great color variations.
A minimum of 5 is recommended
, but more will look better and create a sturdier group.
How many discus Can I put in a 55 gallon tank?
3-5 discus should be doable in a 55gal aquarium as long as water changes are kept up with. A general rule you can follow is
one discus per 10 gallons
. Since these fish are tall, do not keep them in shallow tanks.
Can I keep a single Blue Acara?
If you’re planning on keeping a single acara – particularly and electric blue –
your options open up quite a bit
. You’ll want to look for peaceful or moderately aggressive fish they can’t fit in their mouth.
How big do acaras get?
The blue acara normally grows to
around 13 cm (5.1 in), but can reach up to 16 cm (6.3 in)
. The body is compact and stocky, while the fins are long and flowing, with a rounder head than on similar cichlids.
Are electric blue acaras plant safe?
They do not eat plants
so as long as you do not mind a little digging they are fine with plants.
Does electric Blue Acara hide?
Electric blue acaras take great delight in swimming around their tank but
could seldom go into hiding
– probably when they feel threatened or stressed.
How often do Blue Acara lay eggs?
The eggs will hatch within 2-3 days and the fry should be swimming around within a week. A pair of Electric Blue Acara will continue to breed
every few weeks
if the fry are constantly removed shortly after they hatch.
Can you put angelfish with discus?
Angelfish are usually peaceful, but they can be aggressive when feeding and breeding. Discus fish are docile and may be deprived of food by angelfish.
You can put them together but make sure the discus fish is eating
.
Can you keep shrimp with discus?
Partly dwarf shrimp can be socialized with discus fish, provided there are enough hiding places for the shrimp
. In addition, their number should be large enough, because certainly every now and then one can and will be eaten by the discus.
Can you keep guppies with discus fish?
Yes, the guppies should be quite compatible with the discus
– i’ve done it myself – no problems. However, yes, the temp is generally too high for them & it will shorten their life span. It’s that’s a combination of fish that suits you, go for it !
What is the largest Tetra fish?
Diamond Tetra
– The diamond tetra is native to Venezuela and it gets its name from the golden reflection bouncing off its scales. These fish grow to 2 1⁄2 inches long or more and they prefer to be kept with 6 or more of their own species.
What fish can live with Congo tetras?
Ideal tankmates include
other tetras, rainbowfish, and Corydoras catfish
. Avoid aggressive species, as they will bully your Congo tetras. Do not keep Congo tetras with any fin-nipping fish as the spectacular fins of the males will be destroyed.
Can Serpae tetras live with discus?
These are very healthy and active Serpae Tetras. Added in groups of 7 or more,
they make a wonderful addition to a Discus Community Tank
.
