Blue Discus
Symphysodon aequifasciatus
Origin: Captive bred
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 Blue Discus is a captive-bred strain featuring a brilliant, solid blue body, highly regarded in the European hobby for its calm temperament and bold coloration. A staple variety in high-end Dutch and Belgian fish stores, it thrives in groups in well-maintained, warm Amazonian-style aquariums. Requires meticulous water quality and regular feeding with high-protein foods.
Care Guide
Keep at 28–31°C in soft, slightly acidic water with low nitrates. Perform 20–30% water changes two to three times weekly. Feed discus-specific granules, beef heart mix, frozen bloodworms, and artemia. Keep in groups of 5+ in tanks of at least 200L. Sensitive to water quality fluctuations and cold drafts.
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