Intestinal Parasites in Tropical Fish
Parasites are a natural components of all healthy ecosystems and all fish, including tropical Discus, can have internal and intestinal parasites. Even though these internal parasites are a natural occurrence,...
Tank Sizing and Substrates for a Discus Aquarium
If are looking to set up a Discus Aquarium this page will help you understand the fundamentals of setting up a Discus tank. Size matters Height of Tank The size of your tropical...
A Sample Discus Feeding Regimen & Classic Beef Heart Recipe
One of the most important things you can do to grow large, robust discus is to offer them a healthy diet, but one that is tailored to their stage of...
The 4 Varieties of Wild Discus
The beautifully colored varieties of Discus that we have grown to love are a result of highly selective breeding. Wild Discus Fish however are typically brown with turquoise stripes on...
Diagnosing Your Discus
These treatments are ones that I have used successfully. They are effective and fairly safe. The medications are readily available and simple to use. Intestinal Flagellates Symptoms: Your discus may quit eating...
The Importance of Checking Nitrate & Nitrite Levels when Acclimating New Discus
Before placing your discus order from us, it's important to make sure your aquarium is cycled. Use a high quality water test kit, like API FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT, to...
The Top 4 Best Tankmates for Discus
Choosing the right Discus fish tank mates is important, not just for the well-being of your Discus fish, but also the neighbours too. Discus fish require a fairly specific water...
How Many Discus Should I Buy at Once?
We'll explain your options and what you can expect when buying different quantities of discus. YOU CAN BUY ONE DISCUS Some people buy just one discus and then put it in a...
How to Breed Discus, by Marc Weiss
A new friend visited me for the first time recently. He is a miniature reef hobbyist with an extensive collection of delicate and dazzling invertebrate life. Upon entering my Discus...
