Discus

[Rodders]

Is it ok to have just 1 discus, or will he like some buddies.
Just thinking about possible future plans for my tank.

 

[elgecko]

It is best to keep 4-6 discus in a tank. Allow at least 10 gallons per fish.

 

[Tempestuousfury]

In other words, you need a big tank, regardless of how many fish, not one in a ten gallon tank or two in a 20.

But they need to be kept in a group.

 

[Rodders]

I've only got a 125ltr tank (UK)
thats 27 (uk) gallons, what ya think?

 

[Sanj]

You can keep Discus in that tank, but I would go for an established adult pair.

You have to be carefull with water quality.

 

[Rodders]

I wont be getting them yet, tanks only just got going, but i dont want to fill up with too many other fish if i can get some discus in the future, they are really nice fish
Its best to use softer water for them isnt it?

 

[kenny_discus]

Yes, you can...how about your water condition now?
Discus if still 2inch-3.5inch, they more like water with harder condition, it good for their growth. but if you keep adult discus, they more tolerate softer water.

 

[Tempestuousfury]

That's a 33 gallon U.S.

I would not recommend it.
http/www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_Di...cfm?pCatId=1547

Here, it's a minimum of 50 U.S. gallons.

Too many fluctuations and quite a bit of money lost if they die.

 

[Rodders]

yes from one, no from another

what to do

 

[elgecko]

I keep a pair in a 29 gallon tank. A lot of breeders use 20 gallon tanks. So if you can get a pair they would be ok in your tank.

 

[sylvia]

I agree that IF you can get hold of an established adult pair and your tank's water parameters have stabilised, you can keep a pair of discus in there. However, don't attempt to keep 2 random discus or something as you'll likely encounter problems and have serious losses.

 

[Rodders]

thanks for that

 

[Sanj]

If you have a decent LFs they should be able to source a pair for you.