Hello all. I'm working on fixing up a 65 (36x18 footprint, forget the exact height) and I'm looking into doing my first discus tank! I have higher PH and was just wondering what PH can be tolerated. So please, enlighten me on your ph!
What is your PH in your discus tank???
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If these are captive bred discus (as I never tried wild caught ones), they should be fine with your pH.
Well, I havent even looked at any discus. My opinion on keeping fish is finding what do well in your current water conditions. So, now that I know that captive bred discus will be ok in a higher ph, I will continue my further research on care. So far, the little info I gathered is that they are social fish so in my 65g I should try to start with 6 fish. They need feed multiple times a day, which depend on the age of the fish and require frequent (possibly daily) water changes. How am I doing so far?
Feeding multiple times a day applies more on juveniles. They're prone to stunting as evident with several cases involving disproportionately large eyes, football shapes and other irregularities.
You're doing just fine so far.
If you have any more questions, ask away. Better ask than never and end up committing mistakes at the cost of your fish.
You're doing just fine so far.
If you have any more questions, ask away. Better ask than never and end up committing mistakes at the cost of your fish.Thanks Lupin! I'll have to do a little searchin aroudn my lfs and see what they have, and first, get a stand built for my tank!
Give local breeders a shot if any. Their fish would be accustomed to similar water conditions as you have which makes things a lot easier for you.