How much does a discus fish cost?
Discus Fish for Sale Price List
| Strain Name | Size#2 (3.0 – 4.0 inches) | Size#3 (4.5+ inches) |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Diamonds | $85.00 | $100.00 |
| Turquoise Checkerboard | $80.00 | $90.00 |
| Pigeon Blood | $100.00 | |
| Tangerine | $90.00 | $110.00 |
What is the best size to discus fish?
Medium– Medium Discus are generally about 3.5-4.5” in length. Experienced keepers have identified this as a good size because it is typically not too large to introduce starter fish nor too small to live with larger Discus….Choose Your Preferred Size of Fish.
| Age of Fish | Size in Inches |
|---|---|
| 9 Months | 4.5” |
| 12 Months | 5.5” |
| 18 Months | 6” |
| 24 Months | 6.5”+ |
What is the most popular discus fish?
Red color discus are one of the most interesting looking type of discus. They have a deep red body with transparent fins and tail towards the ends. The face is a light yellow mixed with white and they show a dark band vertically over their eyes.
How fast should discus grow?
The growth rate from 2 ½ inch to 4 inch keeping the fish in a small aquarium will only take four more months. If I were to raise the same fish in 100 gallon tanks there growth rate would be cut in half, and it would take eight months to a year to get up to the same 4 inch size.
What age are discus fully grown?
approximately 2 to 2.5 years
Discus fish, kept in good conditions, can live for up to 15 years and reach sizes of up to 20 centimetres / 8” in diameter! They are fully grown at the age of approximately 2 to 2.5 years!
Can you mix discus with cichlids?
These dwarf cichlids are amazingly colored and generally peaceful enough to combine well with your discus. Although breeding rams can occasionally display some overly assertive behavior, most discus keepers report no issues in combining the two.
Can I keep a single discus?
(That’s why people recommend doing all those frequent water changes.) Many customers ask us, “Can I keep one discus?” Technically, the answer is yes. For example, dogs are technically pack animals, yet many people keep just one and then leave them home all day by themselves. It’s not ideal, but it’s doable.
What are the two types of discus?
Discus are among the most beautiful and most commonly kept species of cichlids. They belong to the genus Symphysodon, which essentially contains three species: the Heckel Discus (S. discus), the Green Discus (S. aequifasciatus), and the Blue and Brown Discus (S.
Can discus breed colors?
All colors and types of discus will interbreed and produce fertile fry. Some types like Pigeon Blood and Blue Diamonds are easily recognized.
What do 2 inch discus eat?
For supper, we recommend Hikari brand Frozen Bloodworms and Hikari Frozen Brine Shrimp. Discus typically eat slow and can take an hour or more to finish one meal. Once they have finished, remove all uneaten food so the tank will not become polluted.
Can I put discus with Tetras?
Tetras are an excellent and popular choice to pair with discus. The benefit of these fish is their passive schooling behavior. These “dither fish” bring a sense of calm to a tank simply by swimming in the open water.