Belgian Red Discus
Symphysodon aequifasciatus
Origin: Captive bred (Belgium)
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 20 cm
- Min Tank
- 200 L
- Lifespan
- 10-15
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- Yes (5–12+)
- Diet
- carnivore
- Temperament
- Peaceful with other discus and similarly-sized peaceful fish
About
The Belgian Red Discus is a premium captive-bred strain developed by Belgian breeders renowned for producing fish with outstanding red saturation and excellent body form suited to European water conditions. Belgium has a long tradition of discus breeding, and this strain represents the pinnacle of that craft. It requires warm, soft, clean water and benefits from regular feeding with high-protein foods.
Care Guide
Keep at 28–31°C in soft, slightly acidic water. Perform 20–30% water changes 2–3 times weekly. Feed with discus-specific granules, beef heart mix, frozen bloodworms and artemia. Keep in groups of 5+ in tanks of at least 200L. Very sensitive to water quality — use RO water or dechlorinated very soft tap water. Avoid cold drafts.
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