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Thank you for your support and feedback 🙏 😀

Yes I said that in the video, this was not a scientific experiment the biggest ones are how I've been growing discus for over 30 years and here on TH-cam I get a lot of haters because I get accused of over maintaining my tanks. This was more to prove to them and me my method works. I grow big healthy fish, my point is I grow Angelfish with a couple water changes a month but I can't sell discus to my suppliers that are stunted and take 9 months to grow to 4 inches. I have tried everything and my final conclusion is you can't be Lazy and grow out discus. But I agree with you water changes are the secret because the tanks get so polluted with the amount of food the need to grow correctly in our fish tanks. Also to keep them in tight quarters and keep them warm. Steve Heller

@@shelleraquatics def not doubting it. Just thought it would be interesting if the tank fed pellet or beefheart would’ve seen equal growth if they also had 160% water changes. Do you have an aquatic system for w/c? It would be nice to be able to provide that kind of husbandry to my fish 😅

So here's the thing with the amount of water changes. I have people telling me I don't have to change as much water if I put them in bigger tanks. But that theory is all wrong because they expend more energy and there water is not as pure. I think people bunch all fish in the same category but also confuse keeping Discus, breeding Discus and growing discus as one system. My breeders get 10% water change every 3 days and get fed once a day. If I'm keeping discus which I have done for years without breeding I might change water 2 times a month but up the filtration and feed every other day. But growing out discus is like no other fish, you have to dedicate yourself or else you will waste time and money. I appreciate your comment, I really do enjoy fishkeeping and appreciate the people I meet in the hobby.

@@shelleraquatics thanks for the insights. I’m a clown loach addict so I’m always looking for healthy ways to grow out these slow growers faster 😅

I tried shipping international but I was unsuccessful due to my products not being able to make it through customs. Each time I lost money on shipping and as a startup it was very expensive and costly. I decided to just sell to the U.S market for now.

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Definitely a very natural live food. As soon as I see a little color on these Discus I'll send them over!

It's the combo that is the point, It's not just about protein, it's about healthy growth and nutrients. Beef heart has many health benefits, including: Iron: Beef heart is a great source of iron, which helps with oxygen transport and energy metabolism. It can help prevent iron deficiency and support healthy blood circulation. Vitamin B12: Beef heart contains a lot of vitamin B12, which is important for the proper functioning of almost every system in the body. A deficiency in vitamin B12 can contribute to aging, cancer, neurological disorders, and cardiovascular disease. B vitamins: Beef heart contains many complex B vitamins, including folate and riboflavin, which can help protect against heart disease and improve energy levels. Immune system: Beef heart contains nutrients like anserine, carnosine, and taurine, which can help support the immune system. Cardiovascular health: Beef heart contains nutrients that can help enhance blood flow and promote cardiovascular health. Protein: Beef heart is a good source of protein. Zinc: Beef heart contains zinc, which helps with body growth and maintenance.

​Hobbyist who are unable to feed GHM or BHM due to location and cultural issues/ religious factors ... it means keeping at the same time compromising with health issues of tank bred discus from reputated breeder's in trying to feed alternative foods which are less nutritious and health/ growth effective. Now for a hobbyist maintaining a discus only five foot tank with 540 litres of water...will it be possible to feed BHM and change 70% water on daily basis?

@@rajadey4919 yes, should be just fine 🙂

This is BS! Beefheart is terrible! It’s very hard for the fish to digest, and they should be kept in warmer water to be able to digest at all. Warmer water is terrible for the fish.

@@fleskesm well alright then, I used to think that to but then I found out the big corporations started that rumor because it was hurting their bottom line, wait is this tetra?😄

100% slower growth rate. I have an Angelfish project going that has a dominant albino gene. It around 60/40 albino and the defect rate and growth rate is painful. The original parents were wild red shoulder Manacapuru. I am slowly improving the line but there is no doubt I'm am struggling with Albinos. There probably a reason they are so rare in the wild throughout the animal kingdom.

Thank you very much my friend 😊

Thank you for your amazing comment. I really appreciate you taking the time to write this and watching the video. It means a lot to me!

Great to see you again, I've missed seeing your comments 😀 you have been with me since the early days 😊

I have created my own mix that will be available soon. I've been testing and refining the recipe for a year and excited to reveal once I have definite proof that it is very effective

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If your discus fish are laying eggs but they aren't hatching, you can try improving the water quality. Here are some things you can consider: Soften the water You can use reverse osmosis (RO) water and soften it to around 80 parts per million (ppm) total dissolved solids (TDS). You can buffer the water by adding back some RO waste water or using a commercial buffering product. Monitor the pH Discus fish can tolerate a range of pH levels, but they can't tolerate a crash. A pH crash happens when the water's buffering capacity is low and the minerals that affect pH are depleted. Watch for fungus The parents will clean the eggs with their mouths to remove fungus or foreign objects. This just the beginning, there are so many more factors and questions I have but this not the forum to discuss breeding Discus, there is a reason they are expensive. They are one of the most difficult freshwater fish to breed and grow. Steve Heller Shelleraquatics@gmail.com

@@shelleraquatics thanks sir and Yes they are removing fungus from mouth.. I raised them from 1.5inch and now they are 5 inches plus.. I will try with RO.. Thanks

@@shelleraquatics I shared my discus pair photo to your email id, if you have chance pls take a look.. thanks.

I would try 1 cup to 75 gallons for 3 days. Keep an eye on them buthey should handle it no problem. Remember non-iodized salt or sea-salt is what I prefer because of the trace elements.If it is planted that will be a little hard on you plants though! 1 cup equals about 1 tablespoon to 4.6 gallons. I have tested 1-3 with no issues. Some catfish are sensitive to salt so take that into consideration also!

I do but I do not ship to Australia! I know the blackworms are available in Australia but they are not shipping worldwide yet as far as I can tell!

@@shelleraquatics im happy to pay shipping if that helps! Or may i ask more info on the fulvic gold please? I cant seem to find the product u have or know enough about it. I have tryed a product called gt fulvic from growth technologies designed for hydroponics tho i have not noted any difference by using it. Many thanks

OK I will have to refund your money. They will not ship well in the winter unfortunately.

@@shelleraquatics Agreed thank you sir sorry for any hassle

@@Branden.K not a problem, I'll refund you in the morning 👍

Thank you, I had to squeeze one in. The last 3 weeks have been totally insane with work.

Thank you 😊

Thank you 😊

I Haven't owned a test kit in 10 years! Do they still make them?

Thank you very much 😊

No set time, but if I see they are bowing, shaking, cleaning a site that usually means they are bonded but I have also had 2 females pair up so each situation is very different. Sometimes I let them spawn to see what happens then move them. It really depends on what I'm seeing and though to give an exact time frame.

Thank you!

Your welcome

Thank you, I mostly get my wilds from a local supplier.

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Thank you, my pleasure 🙏 ☺

I appreciate your support and feedback 🙏

WOW! My First You tube money thingy, I will never forget this It means so much! Thank you, A small gesture can make a huge impact but you will never know how big this is to me and my family, My wife is behind me while i write this cheering and jumping up and down! It really is motivation to keep going and to get better at this. Many Thanks, Steve, Cheri, Lily, Ryan, Kianna, Tianna, Leella

That means a lot and really makes me want to keep going, Thank you I really appreciate You!

You bet

Hey Branden, Thank you for your kind words, I have had pairs take up to 10 try's before they figure things out, Sometimes I get lucky and get that perfect pair. Can you tell me a little more about the situation? Discus Type, tank size, Temp, etc. The more the better and maybe I can help out. Thank you for everything you have done to help me grow my little business!

I will put it on my list. Thank you for the support and the great video Idea!

You tube is a great way to teach what I have been taught, I am humbled and grateful for those that came before me!

Hello Friend!

Glad you liked it! I really appreciate your support!

Thank you very much for your kind words 🙏 😊

I have and did not like the lack of control per tank and if something goes wrong it's usually very expensive to correct. It's hard to use the cya method in a central system. I prefer the slow and steady method, each tank is its own system. Just a personal preference.

I also don't use the auto water change system anymore, it made me "Lazy" and cost me over 10,000 in the mentality that's "its handled" I left the hobby because of both these systems and decided if I'm not going to spend at least 2-3 hours a day in my room I won't get back into the hobby. This have made my room extremely productive and profitable and I'm enjoying every day ☺

Just the new water, the fish don't need much and uptake as needed, so any presence of it will be utilized

@@shelleraquatics Im gunna guess that a UV sterilizer will destroy the fulvic acid as the water passes through....

Great to see you! Thank you! Steve Heller

Thank you for your kind words and the red fish is an F1 Ica. I been trying to find more they are like a ghost, I got really lucky to find this one. The others are from a breeder in Thailand, he specializes in wild crosses which I believe is the wave of the future. It is what I focus on and really enjoy 😉

Excellent, clean water is the key. I have tried to ship international but unfortunately have not cracked the customs puzzle yet. Everything I send gets returned and shipping costs were getting unsustainable for a startup. As I grow I will keep trying to figure it out! Thank you for your support 🙏. Steve Heller S.heller

Thanks 😊

Thank you

Absolutely, I never take it for granted

Thank you

Awesome thanks for your support 🙏

I just checked the stats on this video, it was my 16th video and I had no idea what I was doing and still don't as far as the camera and editing 🙃. Over 5000 views and 9 dislikes from over 2 years ago I consider it a win and I appreciate your kindness in your criticism. I believe it was shot on an iPad with no editing if I remember correctly. Steve Heller

Thank you, my Fulvic acid is pH stable and does not effect pH or EC.

Thank you for watching, I really appreciate your feedback 😊

Not to much just a drop or 2 in the food. A little goes a long way!

@@shelleraquatics would you add it for one or multiple of the feedings a day?

I have found that feeding 1 time a week is plenty. I use it in my food for recovery after illness to boost the immune system. But I would not feed it every day. It is more of absorbent than an internal dosage. If you are feeding it as a supplement think micro dose.

You will not notice any difference short term but long term it is unbelievable and tanks with it popped but without there was a definite difference over time!

Thank you my friend, it is always great to hear from you!