Species Care
WILD HECKEL DISCUS
Symphysodon discus
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: Advanced
- Max Growth Size: 20 cm
- Temperament: Peaceful, territorial when breeding.
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Preferred Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 26-30 degrees celsius
- pH Level: 6.0-7.0
- General Hardness: Soft
Range: South America: Amazon basin
Reproduction: Lays eggs on a firm surface, the eggs (and hatched fry) are cared for by both parents. The adult fish secrete a body slime for their fry to feed upon as their first food source.
Feeding: Carnivorous. Live and frozen foods, but also accepts dry foods.
Additional Comments: Discus occur in numerous variations in nature, including the Heckel. They prefer some hiding places (driftwood, tall plants) and prefers a tank at least 45cm deep. Discus require well-filtered water and regular partial water changes.
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