What size tank do you need to breed discus?
A breeding tank for discus fish should be about 25 or 30 gallons in capacity and, ideally, it should be tall rather than wide. When setting up your breeding tank it is a good idea to leave the bottom bare – this will make it much easier for you to clean the tank.
Can I keep discus in 100 Litre tank?
If you enjoy the ruckus and challenge of learning something and can successfully translate every second opinions into “what works best for you”, subsequently keeping Discus will be a fun and rewarding, which you can enjoy for years to come. In choosing the tank, begin considering a minimum tank size of 100 litres plus.
How do you know if discus is pairing?
Displaying Vibrant Colors. During the pair bonding process, discus fish often display colors that are more vibrant, which they use to attract their mate. Discus fish also use color display to inform potential mates that they are ready to begin the mating process.
How many discus are in a 100 Litre tank?
For the proposed 100 litre setup you will be looking at adding 6 X 2 inch discus. Young discus prefer the security of numbers in a tank.
How big of a tank do you need for a discus fish?
Once you have established that you have a breeding pair in your tank it is important to remove the other fish from the tank or to transfer the pair to the breeding tank in preparation for spawning. A breeding tank for discus fish should be about 25 or 30 gallons in capacity and, ideally, it should be tall rather than wide.
How old do discus fish have to be to breed?
Females usually mate at about 9 months of age, while males usually mate at 13 months. Keep your discus fish in a spacious aquarium. Discus are unlikely to breed if they are kept in too small a container. Any discus tank should be at least 15 inches (38 cm) deep. Keep a pair of discus in a tank that can hold at least 50 gallons (191 liters).
What should I do if my discus is fighting?
Discus fry with physical deformities are typically culled by breeders. At the least, you should transfer them to their own tank where they will not pass on diseases or, eventually, breed with healthy fish. If the adult discus start to fight with one another, use a net to separate them, or move to different tanks.
Do you need a thermometer for a discus fish?
NOTE: An aquarium thermometer is very important for you as a Discus fish keeper, you should always keep consistent proper water temperature to your Discus tank and without a good thermometer, you might risk your fish health if not live eventually.
