General Description: Discus may be one of the most popular and admired fish within the freshwater aquarium trade. Note: Offering aquacultured Discus is our first choice here at Aquatics Unlimited!
A solitary Discus is often one that is very withdrawn and skittish. Some squabbling may be observed between individuals as they sort out their pecking order. Discus are very social, and at the very least should be kept in pairs but more individuals are encouraged. Discus come in an array of colors and patterns this listing is for the Snakeskin Discus, which have a stunning combination of red and turquoise in the body, and the most decorated and detailed patterning of all Discus. As their name suggests, Discus have a ‘disc-like’ body shape, and adults can reach a mature size of at least 6″ wide as they are tall. Things that cannot be overlooked with this species include proper diet, water quality and water parameters (see ‘Care Requirements’ below).
While caring for Discus has come a long way since their introduction in the 1930s, including that the majority of individuals within the aquarium trade are now produced on a commercial fishery basis (i.e., aquaculture or tank-raised) making them somewhat hardier than wild-caught specimens, Discus do still require exceptional dedication and attention from the hobbyist in order to thrive long term. Nothing quite compares to this incredibly beautiful South American cichlid! Originating from the Amazon River basin, Discus can be found in slow moving tributaries and forest pools that are heavily sheltered in tree roots, rock and vegetation. Discus may be one of the most popular and admired fish within the freshwater aquarium trade.
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