Contents
- 1 What type of fish is a discus?
- 2 How much does discus cost?
- 3 Do discus fish have teeth?
- 4 Are discus carnivores?
- 5 Which discus fish is most expensive?
- 6 Why are discus fish so expensive?
- 7 Can I keep a single discus?
- 8 What is the longest discus throw ever?
- 9 How many discus should be kept together?
- 10 Do discus fish eat plants?
- 11 What size tank do discus fish need?
- 12 Are discus tropical fish?
- 13 Why did my discus fish die?
- 14 Can discus live with guppies?
- 15 Can discus eat flakes?
What type of fish is a discus?
Symphysodon, colloquially known as discus, is a genus of cichlids native to the Amazon river basin in South America. Due to their distinctive shape, behavior, and bright colors and patterns, discus are popular as freshwater aquarium fish, and their aquaculture in several countries in Asia is a major industry.
How much does discus cost?
Discus Fish for Sale Price List
| Strain Name | Size#2 (3.0 – 4.0 inches) | Size#3 (4.5+ inches) |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Diamonds | $85.00 | $100.00 |
| Turquoise Checkerboard | $80.00 | $90.00 |
| Pigeon Blood | $100.00 | |
| Tangerine | $90.00 | $110.00 |
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Do discus fish have teeth?
No, Discus do not have teeth, rather they do have grinders in their jaws, Discus fish are not known as predators and many other small or juvenile species fishes normally thrive with them in the same aquarium.
Are discus carnivores?
In the natural habitat of the Amazon, discus fish are carnivores, so those kept in aquariums should be fed a diet that meets the same nutritional needs as their relatives in the wild.
Which discus fish is most expensive?
Which Discus Is Most Expensive?
- Cobalt Blue:
- Pigeon Blood Discus:
- Rose Red Discus:
- Mercury Discus:
- White Diamond Discus:
- Dark Green Fineline Snakeskin Discus:
- Blue Diamond Discus:
- Classic Blue Scorpion Discus:
Why are discus fish so expensive?
Discus fish are so expensive because breeding and keeping them requires some of the most labor intensive fish keep practices known. Breeding discus, however, requires more care, very good water conditions, less fish in the tank and the expensive bigger ones are probably a year or so old.
Can I keep a single discus?
Yes. They can be kept singly. Once in a blue moon, one Discus gives its owner no choice in the matter and insists on being alone. This is a very social fish so you lose out on seeing normal behaviors and the fish will want some other fish in the tank to dominate but otherwise lead long and (seemingly) happy lives.
What is the longest discus throw ever?
Men
| Rank | Mark | Athlete |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 74.08 m ( 243 ft 1⁄2 in) | Jürgen Schult ( GDR ) |
| 2 | 73.88 m ( 242 ft 41⁄2 in) | Virgilijus Alekna ( LTU ) |
| 3 | 73.38 m ( 240 ft 83⁄4 in) | Gerd Kanter ( EST ) |
| 4 | 71.86 m (235 ft 9 in) | Yuriy Dumchev ( URS ) |
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How many discus should be kept together?
STEP ONE: – SIZE IS EVERYTHING. The first thing to consider before you even buy the tank for your new discus is how big it needs to be. You will need to allow ten gallons for each discus. Also discus being a shoaling species a minimum number of at least six discus will need to be kept.
Do discus fish eat plants?
While Discus don’t eat plants, they are also good with Barbs and other fish that like to nibble live plants!
What size tank do discus fish need?
Discus grow to be quite large and require an aquarium of 75 gallons or larger when full grown.
Are discus tropical fish?
The king of the aquarium, Discus fish are one of the most beautiful freshwater fish available for the home aquarium. Peaceful, but larger than most tropical fish, these fish light up the room they are in.
Why did my discus fish die?
Discus fish are sensitive to water conditions of the tank and can thus die if the conditions are not suitable. Overeating is another common cause of the death of discus fish.
Can discus live with guppies?
Yes, guppies and discus fish can live together. However, raising both could be a challenge because of their size differences. Also, discus fish require slightly warmer temperatures than guppies.
Can discus eat flakes?
Discus fish can feed on basically anything which can include fish flakes, pellets, and frozen or even live food.