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What do discus fish eat?
Discus fish primarily eat a diet of live or frozen foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and blackworms. They may also eat high-quality flake or pellet food specifically designed for discus fish. It's important to provide them with a varied diet to ensure they receive all the necessary nutrients.
Does a discus sleep?
Yes, discus fish sleep. They are diurnal, meaning they are most active during the day and sleep at night. It's important for their overall health and well-being to have a regular day-night cycle that includes restful periods of sleep.
Why do discus fish shiver their fins?
Discus fish may shiver their fins as a way to communicate with other fish, display dominance or submission, or in response to changes in their environment such as temperature fluctuations or stress. It can also be a sign of illness or discomfort, so it's important to monitor their behavior for any other symptoms.
Can you put fish in with crayfish?
Crayfish will actually attack fish. It is best to keep them separated.
How did the discus get its name?
The term "discus" originates from the Latin word "discus," which itself comes from the Greek word "diskos" (δίσκος), meaning "disk" or "plate." This name reflects the flat, circular shape of the object, which athletes throw in the sport of discus throw. The event has its roots in ancient Greece, where it was part of the original Olympic Games. The name has been retained as the sport evolved through the centuries.
How do you keep discus fish?
in water
Can you keep discus fish with goldfish?
NO! Discus are very fragile fish- very sensitive Goldfish are messy plus, goldfish like temps in the 60's and discus like them in the 80's i can think of millions of other reasons do discus a favor and never keep them
Are discus fish hard to keep?
Discus are not any more difficult to keep than other tropical fish. Proper tank maintenance is required, discus can be shy and somewhat picky eaters if you are feeding them different food than what they are use to. A clean tank is a must when keeping discus, weekly partial water changes are recommended. A high water temperature is required, around 86 degrees Fahrenheit. Keep in mind, the cost of a discus fish is much more than other tropical fish. Keeping discus fish are not recommended for those who have never had an aquarium setup.
Are discus fish Betta fish?
no
What has the author Bernd Degen written?
Bernd Degen has written: 'Pr\\' 'Discus in the Community Tank' 'Degen discus book' -- subject(s): Discus (Fish) 'Wild-Caught Discus' 'The Proper Care of Discus' 'The Discus--\\' -- subject(s): Discus (Fish), Pictorial works
Do discus fish fit?
in what
Should you keep green terror fish with flowerhorn fish or can you put them with discus fish?
No, green terrors are of the acara group who are generally less aggressive than Flowerhorns, which are extremley aggressive piscivorous predators (as opposed to acaras who browse for aquatic inverts etc.). And simply no mixing either of those with discus fish, In my opinion. Flowerhorns especially will easily kill a discus, all of whom are non aggressive
What PH th4e water for tropical fish to survive?
It depends on what type of tropical fish you are intending to keep; it ranges from 6 (freshwater & discus) to 8.5 (for cichlids).
Why discus fish are aggressive?
they arent -_-
What food does a red spotted coari discus fish eat?
what any discus eats.
Can you put a zebra fish with discus fish?
no, discus are very slow moving fish zebras are one of the most active fishes. The zebras would stress the discus so much, they might die. If you want pretty fish that are also small, get cardinal or rummynose tetras.
What fish feed their own young?
what fish feed their own young Both the male and the female Discus fish (Symphysodon discus) produce a nourishing slime on their sides/flanks for their fry to devour.
