adding cardinals?

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I have six discus in a 65 and sometimes they seem a little skiddish and overreact to movements in the room. I know they trust me, they'll eat out of my hand and come to the front when I sit by the tank. Anyway, can a small group of cardinals work like a Xanax? I put some danios in another tank once and it brought the other fish out more. Would you guys suggest me trying this with the discus?
 
That is using fish known as dithers to keep other fish out more. Yes it is a good idea, assuming you have space.
 
WyldFya;1970076; said:
That is using fish known as dithers to keep other fish out more. Yes it is a good idea, assuming you have space.

I agree, also check out Rummy Nose tetra, they have a bright red head, and seem to be more active and out going than a card or neon. Plus they have the benefit of alerting you to a bad water condition, cause they'll lose their red head if they are distressed.
 
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