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Red Turquoise Discus

Symphysodon sp. domestic strain

Red Turquoise Discus (Symphysodon sp. domestic strain) aquarium profile: minimum 55 gallon tank, 8 inch adult size, 82-86°F temperature range, and advanced care. Keep a group of at least 5.

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Red Turquoise Discus aquarium fish
55 galMinimum tank
8 inAdult size
5Schooling minimum
82-86°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
5.5-7.2
GH
1-8 dGH
KH
0-5 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Peaceful
Fin nipping
0/5
Territory
1/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore/carnivore
Diet difficulty
4/5
Care difficulty
5/5

Planning Notes

Discus need warm, very stable, clean water and careful feeding; not a forgiving beginner fish.

This species may need live, frozen, fresh, or otherwise specialized foods.

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