German Red Turquoise Discus, Thick Line

Just as Daedalus’ exquisitely designed maze held the Minotaur, so might you find yourself trapped by the intricate branching lines crossing the surface of this elegant fish. In spite of the fact that German is in the name, I find this fish reminds me more of ancient and modern Greece. The contrast of the pure white and vibrant red-orange lines will draw you into a fantastical labyrinth straight out of Greek myth. Add one to your collection for a touch of classical elegance in your home, courtesy of this beautiful specimen. Its elegant, translucent fins, sometimes tinged with orange and yellow shades, flow with the same fluid and dynamic beauty of Greek statues from the Classical and Hellenistic periods.

In the contrasting beauty of the thick red-orange lines through the background white, I see reflected the strength and splendor found at the height of the classical Greek era. With this fish, I can visualize the complex branches of the labyrinth which held the Minotaur, the swoop of the fabric which made up the togas, and the clear and bright colors of the Grecian landscape. Even modern-day Greece is reflected in their colors, the neutral white backgrounds of Greek gardens, the orange-red of terracotta pots, and the swoop of layered arches and pergolas.

Bring one of these fish into your home for a touch of classical elegance and labyrinthian structure which you will feel every time you look into the tank.