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Discus - (Symphysodon aequifasciatus)
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🐟 Discus (Symphysodon aequifasciatus)

A stunning and iconic freshwater cichlid, the Discus is celebrated for its vibrant colors, distinctive round shape, and graceful swimming. Native to the Amazon Basin, it is highly prized by aquarists but requires attentive care.


🔍 Quick Facts

  • 🆔 Common Name: Discus
  • 🧬 Scientific Name: Symphysodon aequifasciatus
  • 🧬 Family: Cichlidae (Cichlids)
  • 🌎 Origin: Amazon Basin, South America
  • 📏 Max Size: Up to 20 cm (8 inches)

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

  • 🕊️ Peaceful but can be shy
  • 🤝 Best kept in groups of 5 or more
  • 🐠 Sensitive to water conditions, needs stable environment

🏡 Tank Requirements

  • 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons or larger for groups
  • 🪴 Heavily planted tanks with open swimming space
  • 💧 Soft, acidic water preferred
  • 💨 Gentle water flow with excellent filtration

Water Parameters:

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 82–86°F (28–30°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.0–7.0
  • 💧 Soft water (low GH and KH)

📊 Overview Table

🏷️ Feature 📋 Details
🆔 Common Name Discus
🧬 Scientific Name Symphysodon aequifasciatus
🌍 Origin Amazon Basin, South America
📏 Max Size Up to 20 cm (8 inches)
🕊️ Temperament Peaceful, shy
🛁 Tank Size 55 gallons or more
⚗️ pH Range 6.0–7.0
🌡️ Temperature 82–86°F (28–30°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous, high-quality flakes, pellets, frozen/live foods
🐠 Ideal For Community tanks with peaceful fish, discus specialists

📝 Snippet

The Discus (Symphysodon aequifasciatus) is a vibrant and peaceful cichlid native to the Amazon Basin. Known for its round shape and stunning colors, it requires stable, warm, and soft water conditions and thrives best in groups.

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