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Symphysodon spp.
The 'King of Tropical Fish.' A disc-shaped cichlid with delicate coloration and graceful movement. Demands strict water quality — warm, soft, slightly acidic water. Many captive-bred strains.
The discus (Symphysodon spp.) is a large cichlid native to the Amazon River basin in Brazil, widely regarded as the 'King of Tropical Fish.' Its disc-shaped, laterally compressed body — reaching 15–20 cm in diameter — combined with spectacular coloration ranging across reds, blues, browns, and greens with intricate striped patterns, makes it one of the most visually impressive freshwater fish. Discus demand exceptional water quality: very soft, acidic water (pH 5.5–6.5, GH 1–4) closely resembling the blackwater streams of the Amazon, with RO water often recommended. Water temperature should be maintained at 28–30°C, making them suitable tankmates for heat-tolerant species such as Corydoras sterbai. They are social fish that benefit from being kept in groups of five or more. Diet consists primarily of high-protein discus hamburger or premium pellets. During breeding, pairs establish territories and care devotedly for eggs and fry; newly hatched fry feed on a mucus secreted from the parents' skin — a remarkable and rare behavior in freshwater fish.
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產地
the Amazon river basin in Brazil
壽命
8-15 years
體型
15-20cm
溫度
28〜32℃
Omnivore (discus hamburger, bloodworms, granules)
60cm+ (group of 5+ recommended)
pH 5.5-6.5, GH 1-4. RO water ideal
Frequent changes (daily to every 2 days) are key to health
Sensitive to parameter swings. Watch for Aeromonas and darkened coloration
Advanced. 這是一個高級難度的物種。需要專業設備和精確環境控制的高級飼養技能。
Discus的理想溫度為28〜32℃。避免溫度驟變,保持穩定的環境。
Discus的平均壽命為8-15 years。透過適當的護理和營養,牠們可以長壽健康地生活。
Discus成年後通常可達15-20cm。大小可能因飼養條件和個體遺傳而異。
Discus的食物為:Omnivore (discus hamburger, bloodworms, granules)。目標是適當的餵食頻率和均衡的飲食。
Discus的價格因品系、大小和血統而有很大差異。請查看我們的市場價格頁面獲取最新價格資訊。
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