Discus fish, kept in good conditions, can live for up to 15 years and reach sizes of up to 20 centimetres / 8” in diameter! They are fully grown at the age of approximately
2 to 2.5 years
!
How much does a baby discus cost?
| Product Name Price | AquaGreen Scribble Discus Fish – 2 inch $34.95 $18.95 | Baby Blue Panda Discus Fish – 2.5 inch $34.95 $28.95 | Blue Cobalt Mosaic Discus Fish – 2.5 inch $49.00 $24.95 | Blue Snakeskin Discus Fish – 2.5 inch $49.95 $29.95 |
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How many hours of light do discus need?
Intense lighting can actually stress out discus fish and may harm the health of these delicate, expensive pets. However, despite their fondness for darkness, they do come from the tropics — so make sure they receive
10 to 12 hours of light a day
. Just make certain it’s dim light.
What is the minimum tank size for discus fish?
Most discus in the common aquarium max out at 4.5-6 inches.
Based on this size range, the minimum tank size would be a
55 gallon tank
, but the bigger the better for these guys. 3-5 discus should be doable in a 55gal aquarium as long as water changes are kept up with.
Does discus need RO water?
It’s said they need RO water
Wild Discus will require soft, slightly acidic water and generally the only way to achieve this is to use a reverse osmosis filter. Some areas of the UK have soft water on tap, but, even then, it would be wise to run it through carbon.
How old is a 2 inch discus?
A 2 1⁄2 inch discus fish is only
three months old
when they are shipped to customers. The growth rate from 2 1⁄2 inch to 4 inch keeping the fish in a small aquarium will only take four more months.
At what age do discus start breeding?
Because discus fish are difficult to sex while they are still young, you may need to wait until the fish mature and they may naturally pair off on their own. Female discus fish reach sexual maturity at
12 months of age
, while males take a few months more to mature.
Is discus peaceful?
Discus are generally calm, peaceful fish
, but as cichlids, they can be aggressive toward one another, especially when attempting to pair off and spawn. Shy or submissive fish should be removed if they are unable to compete. Most serious hobbyists do not mix their discus with too many other species.
What is the lifespan of a discus fish?
In home aquariums, discus live for
an average of 10 years, but can live up to 15 years
, and can grow up to 8 inches.
How big can discus get?
| Category Rating | Color: Huge variety available | Lifespan: 10 years | Size: 8-10 inches | Diet: Omnivorous |
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How do you tell a male discus from a female?
Although male discus fish have prominent physical characteristics,
the female usually has the most striking coloration in solid-colored fish, while the male’s colors appear more faded
. In patterned species, the male has more intricate patterns than the female. Fin shape is another clue.
Can you keep discus at 80 degrees?
“
Do not keep your discus in water under 85 degrees or THEY WILL DIE
!” He must have accidentally sent me an arctic discus species, because even at 78 degrees, they’re completely fine. Quite a number of folks have breed them at 82F, clearly not too wimpy if they are breeding at such temps.
Why do my discus hide?
If you see that they are hiding even at night, it could be a sign that
they are unhappy with their environment
. A small change in the placement of the tank could be all it takes to make your Discus more at ease. Another of the important Discus fish secrets is that Discus can be susceptible to disease.
Do discus fish need a night light?
If you leave the aquarium in total darkness and then suddenly switch on a light, the shock could make the discus fish jump out of the aquarium or swim against the glass panes at high speed and injure themselves.
Using a night light will avoid these risks
. We recommend a light setting of 12-14 hours using a timer.
Can I keep 3 discus?
Keeping just 2 or 3 often results in 1 or 2 of them being badly mistreated, by 1 or 2 others, which produces a lot of stress and may well result in a fatality. If your tank is not large enough (min. around 55 gals), don’t attempt to keep less than 5 discus, or you’re asking for trouble.
Can I keep discus in a 40 gallon tank?
A 55G is pretty much min for a discus tank.
4 fish would do ok in that
. I personally wouldn’t keep any less than 4 in anything less than a 55G. If the tank was totally bare, I would keep 6 in a 55G.
Can I keep a single discus?
(That’s why people recommend doing all those frequent water changes.) Many customers ask us, “Can I keep one discus?”
Technically, the answer is yes
. For example, dogs are technically pack animals, yet many people keep just one and then leave them home all day by themselves.
What do discus fish eat?
Discus benefit from being given a varied diet, rather than a single source of food. They are carnivorous and enjoy
beefheart and bloodworms
, although in the wild they would eat shrimp, insects, and even some small fish.
Can angelfish live 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
.
How often should you feed discus fish?
The question we are asked most often is, “What do you feed your discus, and how often do you feed them.” Discus enjoy a varied diet consisting of high-quality nutrients, but they also like their goodies.
Adult discus are fed twice daily, and younger fish are fed three times a day or more
.
How do I make my discus grow faster?
Just like teenagers who need to eat a lot to achieve their growth spurts,
your healthy, growing discus will need a lot of food
. The frequent water changes remove the ammonia that is produced form discus’ metabolization of proteins and the ammonia that excess food produces.
How many babies do discus have?
The females will position their breeding tube against the surface and lay
up to 400 tiny eggs
. Larger females will lay more eggs, and smaller females will lay less.
How big is a discus at 12 months?
| Age of Fish Size in Inches | 9 Months 4.5” | 12 Months 5.5” | 18 Months 6” | 24 Months 6.5”+ |
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Is breeding discus profitable?
Since average spawns will typically yield a few dozen fish,
a successful breeding pair will yield a few thousand dollars in sales every few months
— this is why true proven breeding pairs are so expensive. A hobbyist with a few breeding pairs can easily earn up to $10,000 every two months breeding discus.
How do you know if discus is pairing?
What color should discus eggs be?
Fertilized discus eggs generally have a
tan to orangish color
. I wouldn’t toss in the towel yet on them being infertile. Freshly laid eggs will be clear for a little while. This spawn would be a good practice spawn for both the discus parents and yourself.
