Dude it takes me like two hours to get out of bed drink caffeine and get in my car. I can’t imagine the effort required to deliver such an educational program
Disciple, time, energy, due diligence regarding acquiring the knowledge needed, and money (to pay for higher H2o bill due to consumption required for H2o changes, feedings, etc.) is covered here and excellently so.
Keeping domestic Discus is rather easy and not any harder than other South American cichlids….However keeping Wild discus is a completely different journey and demands an incredible amount of dedication towards tank maintenance. I’ve kept both and even though I like the look of wilds better, I would tell anyone who asks to lean towards domestic vs wild.
Thank you for taking the time to make this very helpful video. I have been keeping Discus Fish for a while now and much of what I have learned the past few years is from you. Thanks! Great content as always.
Thank you for the much needed video. I bought one discus and I’ve become obsessed. Im going with an all-discus tank soon. I sure wish I knew how to plant a centerpiece like that.
One Discus is never a good idea. You would have to hit the Discus lotto in order to find the perfect fish that would do OK by himself. I would keep no less than a group of 7 to 10 in a tank your size make sure you get some Cory’s of some kind for cleanup and a pleco if you have wood in your tank as far as decorating, I have videos about that as well for discus tank specifically. Please go look at some of those videos give me a thumbs up on them subscribe if you have not already subscribed and share with your friends even if you have to strong-arm them just kidding good luck. Let me know how you do.
All of my Discus come from one place only Jack Wattley Discus. Their handling and care from the moment they ship is incredibly well thought out so that when they leave their facility on their way to your home, business or gallery, they are already off to the best start possible. I trust Gabe Posada and his Wattley Discus family with all of my expensive Discus Fish needs and I hope you will as well. Wattley does not sponsor me or pay me anything... they have earned my trust and admiration over the years by being the best at what they do. Tell them George at Aquatic Concepts sent you. Thank you George Wheeler President and CEO of Aquatic Concepts. For your convenience here is a link to their site. wattleydiscus.com/ "bringing water to life" Thanks for watching.
George i also buy my discus from Gabe, i use to know jack Wattley. i also know Gabe, i also buy my discus from Hans discus i also know him a very long time, great video. Joe H Navy Seabee
Excellent advise. Years ago I started with discus and did well, however, I researched, did water changes with a python system and enjoy your videos as a refresher and simply enjoy seeing your fish. Like anything, of some viewer decides to start with discus please listen to him. It's also easier to care for bigger discus. I started with about 3 inch in size and all from the same supplier, added to the tank at the same time. I recommend a private owned store /supplier over big chain stores and taking the time to visit a few times looking over how the fish are cared for and look for sick or dead fish and if they breed the discus it's better.
what also helps with establishing the pecking order is changing up the decor ! i have 2 tanks with 15 Discus, it worksmalong with tasks mentioned in this video, Woeks for me
Kept discus. Got out of freshwater to keep an SPS reef tank and now coming back to discus. Couldn’t agree with your list more. I had discus spawning in rock hard 8.0 PH system. However, I had sand and I’m going bare bottom this time. I ran auto water changes through a drip system in addition to gravel vacuuming and will repeat that. Sumps make drip systems easy and fortunately I’m on a well so I pay a flat rate for water. Get good discus from a reputable breeder, keep a good routine, keep their water clean, and they are happy
Keeping your Discus in a bare bottom display tank is a matter of preference. If you’re breeding them then bare bottom is the way to go. I successfully keep Discus in a planted tank. Keeping Discus for an experienced hobbyist isn’t hard if you follow some basic requirements keep the water warm & clean give them plenty of room, feed them a varied high quality food and finally enjoy the view.
Lights area Germany Company I will get you the name. Plants are mostly Java Ferns and Anubias of several types. The dimensions are 54"long X 18.5" High X 29" Deep
@@yousufdargahwala3204 These are rocks I picked up in Alaska on a trip and sent home. I am not sure what they are called. I Like Just about anything that matches what look I am going for... personal preference.
Fantastic content. You have such beautiful fish and I love the simplicity of the Hardscape and the way it has all been laid out. I love your videos and I learn a great deal every time. Thank you.
Great video, I just bought three 2 inch discus fish, I just introduced them into my tank. I saw online i should wait 24 hours after putting them into the tank b4 the first feeding. Is this true? When should I try to feed them for the 1st time in their new tank?
@@TheBarrios69 I agree with that. I sometimes watch the fish for a few hours and then add a small amount of flake. But certainly 24 hours is reasonable. You don’t want to follow your tank water up with food that goes on eaten. Is this a community tank? That has a lot of other fish? Anyway, good luck and if you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact me.
I’m one of them, I’ve been keeping fish for many years and have lost very few fish during that time because I do keep up with my tank maintenance but I’m still nervous to venture into discus
My experience is that you have to do the water changes pretty regularly without failure. Once you have an established tank and you have good water parameters, these fish are not much different than any others. Follow my rules outlined in this video and just jump in. There is always risk, but less is more. Good Luck!
Your tank becomes your quarantine tank. Use Paraguard by Seachem for 3 days when you get new fish. I always recommend a quarantine tank but not everyone has that luxury. Buy from a reputable dealer like Jack Wattley Discus in Florida. Gabe there takes a great deal of time making sure his fish are healthy. Good luck. Please both like and Subscribe. Thank you.
Great informative video. I would love to get my Discus from JW but I live in Scotland & wouldn't put the through that length of time in a bag😞. What filter system do you use & what's the turn over rate? Thx for the video,your fish look amazing ✌️🏴
I have a 10inch arwana in 5 feet tank. I am planning to move the arwana with discuss in another tank. Is it a good idea? As I am planning to sell other chiclids.
I'd like to setup discuss tank, my issue is heating. Would I be OK for 400liters tank to have 2 fluval e200w and sump 120 litres with 100w? Or what is your recommendation...thx
I don’t have a water supply system like you do. My tap water is 8.2 PH and my KH is 2 according to the API’S Master’s Water test kit. I have a 90 gallon cycling now & will do for some time until the tank is fully seasoned. It seems the KH of 2 is a bit too low even for discus. Any advice? I could use it. I am getting so many different opinions on how to keep discus. I have been told by a local fish store owner to bring my KH up some by using a buffer. I don’t know everything but wouldn’t that sky rocket an already high PH? Respectfully, Marty Borst 0:35
Don’t worry about pH. If they are tank raised it does not matter. What matters is that whatever your pH is that it remains stable snd they will do fine. Keep the water clean way more important! Don’t make it hard on yourself.
Thanks for helping me set things straight. I finally get it. No more chasing the PH…just stability & clean water. I feel like a boulder has been lifted off my shoulder. One last thing. Would you recommend a slow sinking pellet with pro or prebiotics? I subscibed to your channel yesterday. I’m excited to future videos. Respectfully, Marty
@@martyborst5645 I would get them to eat as many kinds of food as you can. Discuses are both mid-tank and bottom feeders. I have found that pellets that are recommended for discus will float at the rate they should. If you watch some of my videos on feeding, you will see that I recommend a quick turn-off switch for your pump or pumps while feeding. This keeps the food in one area of the tank and a better chance to have all the food eaten. Make sure you plug it back in or switch it back on after about 10 minutes with a timer or a reminder on your phone. Works great!
I am considering purchasing a 114 (or 160) gallon discus tank to be set up - AND maintained --by an aquarium store here in Houston. They said they only need to come out twice a month for maintenance of the tank. However, you are saying a 30% water change twice a week is optimal. My tank would be situated near my kitchen sink so water changes would be easy for me. In other words, I don't mind the work. However, do you have any views why they think coming out only twice a month is good enough? ALSO, I mentioned that I would imagine the fish would need cycling (of a few months) before they'd put the fish in the tank. The store guy said, they'd would put the fish in about 7 days after set up. Do you have any thoughts on that?
That seems very strange. Are you sure they know you want Discus? Any tank in my opinion needs more care than that. That tank cannot be fully cycled unless they are seeding it. I still would not trust a seeded tank that only ran 7 days for expensive fish. You will be very disappointed I think.
It also depends on your water chemistry. People that say their not hard to keep seem to always have optimal parameters like lower pH. Everyone's experience is different. I would never say they are an easy fish to keep and my husbandry is on point.
My pH is 7.8 and stable. This would be considered on the high end for Discus fish. What I have found is that pH stability is the key here. I have friends who keep “Hybrid” Discus Fish in a pH as high as 9.5 with no issues at all. If your ph is stable this particular water parameter is not a issue. Water hardness is also hard on wild strains of Discus, but as long as it is not to high Hybrids will adapt as long as all other water parameters are in line. Acceptable water hardness is a consideration as well. Ideally, freshwater aquariums have a GH between 4-8 dGH (or 70-140 ppm). All animals need some minerals, but certain fish like livebearers, goldfish, and African cichlids prefer higher GH levels. If you're trying to breed discus or other soft water fish, you may need to reduce the GH to 3 dGH (or 50 ppm) or below. I hope this explains my success and also I think the word “Easy” might be a bad choice of words. Perhaps we can say not as complicated as many are led to believe. Thanks for you input. Your comment is valid. My tanks are the best indicator that even water parameters can be overcome to some degree.
Can I consult you a question? Can I use a whole house potassium chloride water softener for Discus fish? Will use Potassium Chloride instead of Sodium Chloride
Most of this guys advice is pretty good. But recommending a 30% water change daily is garbage. Even multiple a week is to much. Doing this will stress your fish for sure. It is also totally a waste of time. Once every month or two is fine even longer is fine to. Get plants growing in and out of the top of your tank and the water will purify its self and requires no maintenance. All natural baby 🙌🏻
Like any fish they can. All my tanks have glass or plexiglass covers. Plexiglass will warp over time so I recommend real tempered glass made for Aquariums. Yes they can jump.
I want to keep bare bottom tank is it necessary to place white or black paper under tank so that discus fish can't see himself in bottom glass. I hv glow tetra so I can't put paper under tank now what I can do.
I believe there is less stress with flop and drop. I have not lost one yet. More stressful slowly acclimating. That is my way not saying that is the only way.
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I have a 75 I’ve had running for about 2.5 years and have had good and bad luck with the hobby. Been in the hobby for about 6.5 years consistently. All freshwater. In my 75 gallon I have a 750GPH canister filter with a UV sterilizer and I use sand in my tank. Always had a planted aquarium, I have a few a few gourami and neons with a pleco, I’ve been considering getting 6 2.5 inch discus and I’m extremely nervous and on the fence about it. Any advice?
You have the perfect setup. I would not be the least bit nervous if you are willing to put i the work of 2 water changes per week. 30-50% If I were you I would go with 3.5" fish and let them group at 7-9 fish in that size tank. They will do very well.
@@aquaticconceptsbringingwaterto that’s what I wanna hear! Any recommendations on a backup filter to my canister that will help get the poop/extra food better? And you are giving me some serious confidence and courage to try this out! Unfortunately tho because of costs if I do it right now I’m gonna have to go with 2.5 inches and that’s what I’m most worried about 😬
@@tracemiller1519 As far as a backup filter goes I would just put a skimmer on and a OASE Hang On Back Filter of whatever size you like. You can never have to much filtration. 2.5 Inch fish will be fine. I just worry about "STUNTING" sometimes but your tank is perfectly big enough to avoid that.
@@aquaticconceptsbringingwaterto okay awesome, I was more worried about them being so sensitive as babies I honestly didn’t even think about stunting! Thanks again I really appreciate it and I’ll keep you updated, was considering ordering just 2 discus for now and see how it goes maybe?!
This video makes me realize that people are making fish keepinh unnecessarily hard and expensive. First they overfeed the fish so that there's food all over the place. And then you got to buy an expensive equipment to remove the food that you shouldn't have put in a tank in the first place.
Leave out the music for heaven's sake 🙄 What's it for? If I came round to your house & you started showing me your fish & explaining how to keep fish would you suddenly have to put some music on? It's just so ridiculous 🙄 And getting all too common on youtubers videos. So irritating I'm off, Bye
Love you video well done. Could you please answer for me, While keeping discus, when doing water changes does the incoming water have to be at the same temperature as what's in the tank. Can I pour cold water from my tap.
No! Could you try to find a faucet setting equal to your tank's temperature, and then mark it? this helps you keep your fish from being shocked? I am sorry I missed this and that it took so long to answer.
That is what the tank is for. Run carbon in there for 48 hours and then do a 50% water change making sure the temps are very close so as not to shock your fish. follow the instructions on the new medication you are wanting to use. Be patient and above all know what diseases you are dealing with.
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It so Gould be within one degree!
34 minutes of educational content. I watched all of it and I appreciate the time it must have taken.
It was long, but I enjoyed sharing my knowledge.
Dude it takes me like two hours to get out of bed drink caffeine and get in my car. I can’t imagine the effort required to deliver such an educational program
Disciple, time, energy, due diligence regarding acquiring the knowledge needed, and money (to pay for higher H2o bill due to consumption required for H2o changes, feedings, etc.) is covered here and excellently so.
@@MickyTubbs1985 thank you!
Really it's amazing facts
Keeping domestic Discus is rather easy and not any harder than other South American cichlids….However keeping Wild discus is a completely different journey and demands an incredible amount of dedication towards tank maintenance. I’ve kept both and even though I like the look of wilds better, I would tell anyone who asks to lean towards domestic vs wild.
Great content
Thank you!
Such a informative video. Some things I had never thought of. Thank you.
Glad I could be helpful!
What a perfect video my friend. Great job taking us on a fact filled journey into the world of Discus keeping. I am cycling my 75 gallon now.
Thank you. Glad I was able to help.
George is the King of Discus keeping! Lol. Thanks again for a great video man! Very helpful!
Beautiful setup and fish.
@@ARod-br2ui thank you!
discus are amazing fish.
And not as hard as some would suggest. You have to have a healthy respect however. Thank you.
Thank you for taking the time to make this very helpful video. I have been keeping Discus Fish for a while now and much of what I have learned the past few years is from you. Thanks! Great content as always.
That is very kind and you are welcome.
Thank you for the much needed video. I bought one discus and I’ve become obsessed. Im going with an all-discus tank soon.
I sure wish I knew how to plant a centerpiece like that.
One Discus is never a good idea. You would have to hit the Discus lotto in order to find the perfect fish that would do OK by himself. I would keep no less than a group of 7 to 10 in a tank your size make sure you get some Cory’s of some kind for cleanup and a pleco if you have wood in your tank as far as decorating, I have videos about that as well for discus tank specifically. Please go look at some of those videos give me a thumbs up on them subscribe if you have not already subscribed and share with your friends even if you have to strong-arm them just kidding good luck. Let me know how you do.
All of my Discus come from one place only Jack Wattley Discus. Their handling and care from the moment they ship is incredibly well thought out so that when they leave their facility on their way to your home, business or gallery, they are already off to the best start possible. I trust Gabe Posada and his Wattley Discus family with all of my expensive Discus Fish needs and I hope you will as well. Wattley does not sponsor me or pay me anything... they have earned my trust and admiration over the years by being the best at what they do. Tell them George at Aquatic Concepts sent you. Thank you George Wheeler President and CEO of Aquatic Concepts. For your convenience here is a link to their site. wattleydiscus.com/ "bringing water to life" Thanks for watching.
Jack Watley Discus, that’s where I go too. I live in Miami Fl. Very small place but full of beautiful fish.
Buying your Discus and Angelfish from the most reliable and knowledgeable Supplier in the country wattleydiscus.com/
George i also buy my discus from Gabe, i use to know jack Wattley. i also know Gabe, i also buy my discus from Hans discus i also know him a very long time, great video. Joe H Navy Seabee
Thank you. Gabe has always treated me very well!
Excellent advise. Years ago I started with discus and did well, however, I researched, did water changes with a python system and enjoy your videos as a refresher and simply enjoy seeing your fish. Like anything, of some viewer decides to start with discus please listen to him. It's also easier to care for bigger discus. I started with about 3 inch in size and all from the same supplier, added to the tank at the same time. I recommend a private owned store /supplier over big chain stores and taking the time to visit a few times looking over how the fish are cared for and look for sick or dead fish and if they breed the discus it's better.
I agree with you and I am certain if George said that as well anyone can take this advice and trust it. Thanks Mike.
You are a good communicator
what also helps with establishing the pecking order is changing up the decor ! i have 2 tanks with 15 Discus, it worksmalong with tasks mentioned in this video, Woeks for me
Nice yellow Discus!
Ahhhh.... one of my favorite Yellow Albino Checkerboard no pepper. A bit pricey but worth it. Thank you.
@@aquaticconceptsbringingwaterto yes very nice lemony color!!
Kept discus. Got out of freshwater to keep an SPS reef tank and now coming back to discus. Couldn’t agree with your list more. I had discus spawning in rock hard 8.0 PH system. However, I had sand and I’m going bare bottom this time. I ran auto water changes through a drip system in addition to gravel vacuuming and will repeat that. Sumps make drip systems easy and fortunately I’m on a well so I pay a flat rate for water. Get good discus from a reputable breeder, keep a good routine, keep their water clean, and they are happy
Amen! Have fun!
Very informative! Thank you so much!
Thank you. Please like and subscribe.
Nice video. Canandaigua NY here.
I grew up in Syracuse!
Keeping your Discus in a bare bottom display tank is a matter of preference. If you’re breeding them then bare bottom is the way to go. I successfully keep Discus in a planted tank. Keeping Discus for an experienced hobbyist isn’t hard if you follow some basic requirements keep the water warm & clean give them plenty of room, feed them a varied high quality food and finally enjoy the view.
Very informative. Beautiful tank. What is dimensions of the tank. Which plants ,rocks and light you have used.
Lights area Germany Company I will get you the name. Plants are mostly Java Ferns and Anubias of several types. The dimensions are 54"long X 18.5" High X 29" Deep
@@aquaticconceptsbringingwaterto what about rocks?
@@yousufdargahwala3204 These are rocks I picked up in Alaska on a trip and sent home. I am not sure what they are called. I Like Just about anything that matches what look I am going for... personal preference.
What do you feed to discus and tetras?
What about freeze dried black worms do u reccomend those I’m thinking of using a mix of both pellets and black worm
@@brockbellenger2655 feed them as many different foods as you can!
Fantastic content. You have such beautiful fish and I love the simplicity of the Hardscape and the way it has all been laid out. I love your videos and I learn a great deal every time. Thank you.
That is very kind. Glad I am helping you figure things out.
Thanks!
Thank you so much for this, very helpful. This will help me keep my new discus well. From Northern Ireland
Enjoy!
Great video, I just bought three 2 inch discus fish, I just introduced them into my tank. I saw online i should wait 24 hours after putting them into the tank b4 the first feeding. Is this true? When should I try to feed them for the 1st time in their new tank?
@@TheBarrios69 I agree with that. I sometimes watch the fish for a few hours and then add a small amount of flake. But certainly 24 hours is reasonable. You don’t want to follow your tank water up with food that goes on eaten. Is this a community tank? That has a lot of other fish? Anyway, good luck and if you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact me.
@@aquaticconceptsbringingwaterto I have two other little fish inside. I will wait out the 24 hours till I try to feed them. Thank you for replying.
I’m one of them, I’ve been keeping fish for many years and have lost very few fish during that time because I do keep up with my tank maintenance but I’m still nervous to venture into discus
My experience is that you have to do the water changes pretty regularly without failure. Once you have an established tank and you have good water parameters, these fish are not much different than any others. Follow my rules outlined in this video and just jump in. There is always risk, but less is more. Good Luck!
Hi Sir, i need some guidance. Can I use Cichlid trace for flowerhorn fish?
Also can you suggest any seachem products for flowerhorn.
I really have never worked with Flowerhorns, but I am sure that you can google anything you need to know. Seachem has a great line of products.
@@aquaticconceptsbringingwaterto Thank you
If do over filtration is it ok for discus tank any suggestions on over filtration
In my opinion, you can never over filter. You must however replace trace elements and things that might be beneficial to your fish's health.
Very nice video, I still have a question, what should I do if I don't have quarantine tank, just acclimate them and hope for the best?
Your tank becomes your quarantine tank. Use Paraguard by Seachem for 3 days when you get new fish. I always recommend a quarantine tank but not everyone has that luxury. Buy from a reputable dealer like Jack Wattley Discus in Florida. Gabe there takes a great deal of time making sure his fish are healthy. Good luck. Please both like and Subscribe. Thank you.
Can you use water that has run through a home water softener for discus fish tank?
I have never tried that. You might want to check the internet for the right answer.
Great informative video.
I would love to get my Discus from JW but I live in Scotland & wouldn't put the through that length of time in a bag😞.
What filter system do you use & what's the turn over rate?
Thx for the video,your fish look amazing ✌️🏴
Oase External 300 and also AIO that came with the setup. I am turning over about 575 per hour
Whatbis the tank size? And what do you feed them? What is the plant inside? Very nice content
120 Gallon JBJ Tank Plants for this are Java Fern and Anubias. I feed many different things, but no live foods.
@@aquaticconceptsbringingwaterto Thanks and what medicine you use for white spots and gill flukes.
@@aviksutar Seachem Polyguard and if I need to go harder I use Cupramine, but Polyguard over 7-14 days usually knocks it out!
@@aquaticconceptsbringingwaterto Thanks..
I have a 10inch arwana in 5 feet tank. I am planning to move the arwana with discuss in another tank. Is it a good idea? As I am planning to sell other chiclids.
I'd like to setup discuss tank, my issue is heating. Would I be OK for 400liters tank to have 2 fluval e200w and sump 120 litres with 100w? Or what is your recommendation...thx
I would run run a 300 watt digital. You can find those on Amazon.
I would run a 300 watt digital. You can get one on Amazon.
Great video!
discus aren't hard as such-they are just hard work & as the old saying goes it's not work if you enjoy it!
Exactly!
What’s the name of the colorful fish at bottom of tank at 10: 07? Thank u . Very nice video
Rummy Nose Tetra and maybe you are seeing the Apistogramma?
I don’t have a water supply system like you do. My tap water is 8.2 PH and my KH is 2 according to the API’S Master’s Water test kit. I have a 90 gallon cycling now & will do for some time until the tank is fully seasoned. It seems the KH of 2 is a bit too low even for discus. Any advice? I could use it. I am getting so many different opinions on how to keep discus. I have been told by a local fish store owner to bring my KH up some by using a buffer. I don’t know everything but wouldn’t that sky rocket an already high PH? Respectfully, Marty Borst 0:35
Don’t worry about pH. If they are tank raised it does not matter. What matters is that whatever your pH is that it remains stable snd they will do fine. Keep the water clean way more important! Don’t make it hard on yourself.
Thanks for helping me set things straight. I finally get it. No more chasing the PH…just stability & clean water. I feel like a boulder has been lifted off my shoulder. One last thing. Would you recommend a slow sinking pellet with pro or prebiotics? I subscibed to your channel yesterday. I’m excited to future videos. Respectfully, Marty
@@martyborst5645 I would get them to eat as many kinds of food as you can. Discuses are both mid-tank and bottom feeders. I have found that pellets that are recommended for discus will float at the rate they should. If you watch some of my videos on feeding, you will see that I recommend a quick turn-off switch for your pump or pumps while feeding. This keeps the food in one area of the tank and a better chance to have all the food eaten. Make sure you plug it back in or switch it back on after about 10 minutes with a timer or a reminder on your phone. Works great!
Lovely tank. How many gallons? Where did you get it?
This tank is made by JBJ 75 gallons. They supply me.
wish we could get a tip on that 15 min change mehtod... that bea game changer
I will be doing a video on that soon!
I am considering purchasing a 114 (or 160) gallon discus tank to be set up - AND maintained --by an aquarium store here in Houston. They said they only need to come out twice a month for maintenance of the tank. However, you are saying a 30% water change twice a week is optimal. My tank would be situated near my kitchen sink so water changes would be easy for me. In other words, I don't mind the work. However, do you have any views why they think coming out only twice a month is good enough?
ALSO, I mentioned that I would imagine the fish would need cycling (of a few months) before they'd put the fish in the tank. The store guy said, they'd would put the fish in about 7 days after set up. Do you have any thoughts on that?
That seems very strange. Are you sure they know you want Discus? Any tank in my opinion needs more care than that. That tank cannot be fully cycled unless they are seeding it. I still would not trust a seeded tank that only ran 7 days for expensive fish. You will be very disappointed I think.
It also depends on your water chemistry. People that say their not hard to keep seem to always have optimal parameters like lower pH. Everyone's experience is different. I would never say they are an easy fish to keep and my husbandry is on point.
My pH is 7.8 and stable. This would be considered on the high end for Discus fish. What I have found is that pH stability is the key here. I have friends who keep “Hybrid” Discus Fish in a pH as high as 9.5 with no issues at all. If your ph is stable this particular water parameter is not a issue. Water hardness is also hard on wild strains of Discus, but as long as it is not to high Hybrids will adapt as long as all other water parameters are in line. Acceptable water hardness is a consideration as well. Ideally, freshwater aquariums have a GH between 4-8 dGH (or 70-140 ppm). All animals need some minerals, but certain fish like livebearers, goldfish, and African cichlids prefer higher GH levels. If you're trying to breed discus or other soft water fish, you may need to reduce the GH to 3 dGH (or 50 ppm) or below. I hope this explains my success and also I think the word “Easy” might be a bad choice of words. Perhaps we can say not as complicated as many are led to believe. Thanks for you input. Your comment is valid. My tanks are the best indicator that even water parameters can be overcome to some degree.
@@aquaticconceptsbringingwaterto thanks you have some beautiful fish.
Can I consult you a question? Can I use a whole house potassium chloride water softener for Discus fish? Will use Potassium Chloride instead of Sodium Chloride
I am not confident in my answer to that and think you need to consult someone like Gabe Posada with Wattley Discus.
@@aquaticconceptsbringingwaterto thank you for your response.
@@aquaticconceptsbringingwaterto Gabe Posada replied to me "It won't hurt them at all.", share this information to everyone,
hello, can i keep discus fish and amano shrimp together?
I have. I see no reason why not. Make sure they are not bite size, however.
Most of this guys advice is pretty good. But recommending a 30% water change daily is garbage. Even multiple a week is to much. Doing this will stress your fish for sure. It is also totally a waste of time. Once every month or two is fine even longer is fine to. Get plants growing in and out of the top of your tank and the water will purify its self and requires no maintenance. All natural baby 🙌🏻
@@mattcurtin3185 I only suggested the 30% water changes during a tank start up. I do three water changes a week after that. That has worked for me.
Hi how many times a day wee have to feed adult discus fish? please help me thank you very much,🙏
I recommend twice a day!
How do plants do if your temperature is 86 degrees?
They are Anubis’s and Java fern. Both adapt very well!
Sir discus jump out of tank or not
Like any fish they can. All my tanks have glass or plexiglass covers. Plexiglass will warp over time so I recommend real tempered glass made for Aquariums. Yes they can jump.
I want to keep bare bottom tank is it necessary to place white or black paper under tank so that discus fish can't see himself in bottom glass. I hv glow tetra so I can't put paper under tank now what I can do.
What about acclamation?
I believe there is less stress with flop and drop. I have not lost one yet. More stressful slowly acclimating. That is my way not saying that is the only way.
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I have a 75 I’ve had running for about 2.5 years and have had good and bad luck with the hobby. Been in the hobby for about 6.5 years consistently. All freshwater. In my 75 gallon I have a 750GPH canister filter with a UV sterilizer and I use sand in my tank. Always had a planted aquarium, I have a few a few gourami and neons with a pleco, I’ve been considering getting 6 2.5 inch discus and I’m extremely nervous and on the fence about it. Any advice?
Okay and I guess I’m wondering if all the things you are saying apply to discus on the younger side or just more mature discus?
You have the perfect setup. I would not be the least bit nervous if you are willing to put i the work of 2 water changes per week. 30-50% If I were you I would go with 3.5" fish and let them group at 7-9 fish in that size tank. They will do very well.
@@aquaticconceptsbringingwaterto that’s what I wanna hear! Any recommendations on a backup filter to my canister that will help get the poop/extra food better? And you are giving me some serious confidence and courage to try this out! Unfortunately tho because of costs if I do it right now I’m gonna have to go with 2.5 inches and that’s what I’m most worried about 😬
@@tracemiller1519 As far as a backup filter goes I would just put a skimmer on and a OASE Hang On Back Filter of whatever size you like. You can never have to much filtration. 2.5 Inch fish will be fine. I just worry about "STUNTING" sometimes but your tank is perfectly big enough to avoid that.
@@aquaticconceptsbringingwaterto okay awesome, I was more worried about them being so sensitive as babies I honestly didn’t even think about stunting! Thanks again I really appreciate it and I’ll keep you updated, was considering ordering just 2 discus for now and see how it goes maybe?!
What rocks are those? I think it will change the ph and kH in your water. Not good for discus.
The rocks are Seiryu Stones. They have been in this aquarium for over two years. Ph is stable at 7.8 and never changes.
@@aquariumparadise9652 thanks. Did any acid test on it? Looks really good. If they don't change water values, I'll get them as wel.
No values changes in this tank that has been running several years.
If inert-rocks won't harm discus.i keep inert lava rock in my sump as bio media alongside k1 & have never experienced any change in gh/kh/ph
@@aquariumaddickuk I have used lava rock in my new aquascape. Zero problems this time.
George. I love your videos but It be nice if you do something about the volume. You are soft spoken person but I can't hardy hear you.
I had a bad Mic. I just bought a new one today. Very sorry
This video makes me realize that people are making fish keepinh unnecessarily hard and expensive. First they overfeed the fish so that there's food all over the place. And then you got to buy an expensive equipment to remove the food that you shouldn't have put in a tank in the first place.
Yup! Lol
Why have music when your talking crazy
Could you show your fish tank and not you all the time. you do give good advice though.!!!!
I do some of both and that works for me.
why someone would want to keep wild caught fish anyways? its and endagered spieces so thats not really responsible fish keeping
@@sepkorn what fish is endangered?
Leave out the music for heaven's sake 🙄
What's it for?
If I came round to your house & you started showing me your fish & explaining how to keep fish would you suddenly have to put some music on?
It's just so ridiculous 🙄
And getting all too common on youtubers videos. So irritating I'm off,
Bye
I have considered that!
@@aquaticconceptsbringingwaterto thank you 😉
Love you video well done. Could you please answer for me,
While keeping discus, when doing water changes does the incoming water have to be at the same temperature as what's in the tank.
Can I pour cold water from my tap.
No! Could you try to find a faucet setting equal to your tank's temperature, and then mark it? this helps you keep your fish from being shocked? I am sorry I missed this and that it took so long to answer.
Great video!! What happens when your fish gets sick in the med tank? Medicate the whole tank or... move one to a another med tank?
That is what the tank is for. Run carbon in there for 48 hours and then do a 50% water change making sure the temps are very close so as not to shock your fish. follow the instructions on the new medication you are wanting to use. Be patient and above all know what diseases you are dealing with.