New Discus tank

[gilpi]

Oh man, those discus are nice! I like the fact you're keeping the tank clean, no gravel.
Feeding is always a chore with discus, some will eat almost anything while others are very shy and picky about what they eat so trying different types of food helps.

 

[Bbush]

Thanks! I'm feeding discus Hans flakes & new era pellets Mostly.
Worms occasionally.


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[ExoticAquarist]

Thanks! I'm feeding discus Hans flakes & new era pellets Mostly.
Worms occasionally.


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What type of worms? Black, Blood, Earth, Micro, Meal, Silk, Tubifex, Tunnel, Bristle, White?


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[Bbush]

Ha! Blood & tubifex... Shrimp too.
I didn't realize there were so many different types you could feed.

I just noticed a furry spot on my pigeon blood's fin. Not sure what it is. Kinda cottony. Same color as fin. Have to keep an eye on that...



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[ExoticAquarist]

Lol thanks, sorry if I sounded rude, it's just that "Worm" is such a generic word in this hobby. I wonder what that spot is, any pics?


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[MineShaker]

They are very healthy keep up the good work. I mean keep up the amazing work ?


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[gilpi]

Thanks! I'm feeding discus Hans flakes & new era pellets Mostly.
Worms occasionally.


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Mine like Omega One Marine Flakes.


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[ExoticAquarist]

If I got discus I would probably feed a homemade gelatin mix I feed to my fish that consists of spinach, banana, shrimp, tilapia, a few frozen BS cubes, and some flakes thrown in, with maybe live BS as a treat. I've been wanting discus for some time now, but they are too expensive for me and my mom wont let me get a tank over 37 gallons...


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[Bbush]

That's painfully close to what you need. I think 50 gallons would work.

I don't know if I can get a picture of that spot. It's pretty small. Barely noticeable. Probably nothing. I'll see.


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[ImACoolguy]

Ha! Blood & tubifex... Shrimp too.
I didn't realize there were so many different types you could feed.

I just noticed a furry spot on my pigeon blood's fin. Not sure what it is. Kinda cottony. Same color as fin. Have to keep an eye on that...



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Quarantine him. Fungus and/or columnaris. I had this issue a week after I got mine and had a long road of treatment and recovery.


Caleb

 

[ExoticAquarist]

That's painfully close to what you need. I think 50 gallons would work.

I don't know if I can get a picture of that spot. It's pretty small. Barely noticeable. Probably nothing. I'll see.


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Yes it is... I have a 29 gal right now that could probably hold about 4 of your size discus, but I don't really like the sensitive babies. I like discus that are about 3 1/2-4 inches, and are just starting to be a nice round shape and are colouring up, not to mention getting a bit hardier than the babies, but I'd need a 50 for those. I've been itching to start 'The Journey' for years but only now I think I am experienced enough for them... But those sizes are when they start to get pricey. I have 3 minor-chain pet stores in my area that all sell very unhealthy baby discus for $19, a PS+ that doesn't sell discus, 2 big Ps that don't sell discus, a great LFS for saltwater but with a few dingy FW tanks with grimy angels or koi, maybe a crayfish or two, and an AMAZING LFS with AMAZING fish and a super nice and knowledgable owner but the discus are super overpriced, and I probs couldn't get discus in the size I want for under $85. Right now I'm 13 though and I plan to start 'The Journey' when I am 16 when I can have a job, more experience, and a mom who sees me as a responsible person with a passion for fish instead of a little kid with a tank. Hopefully you guys and AA will still be around by that time . And I agree with caleb, even if it looks harmless, it can be something crazy.

 

[ExoticAquarist]

God I ramble >.<...

 

[Bbush]

It's ok. There's a lot to be said about discus.

I'm not going to treat just yet. I'm hoping I won't have to, but I do appreciate the input. I'll definitely be in touch if I need any help.

I haven't been keeping up with my WC's as good as I was....

It's such a small spot, I doubt most people would even notice. But you know how we are. I don't even think my camera will pick it up, but I'll try to get a pic just the same.


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[ExoticAquarist]

It's ok. There's a lot to be said about discus.

I'm not going to treat just yet. I'm hoping I won't have to, but I do appreciate the input. I'll definitely be in touch if I need any help.

I haven't been keeping up with my WC's as good as I was....

It's such a small spot, I doubt most people would even notice. But you know how we are. I don't even think my camera will pick it up, but I'll try to get a pic just the same.


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Yes, we know how we are... Such a good thing.


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[Bbush]

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[unstopaBULLFish]

Beautiful...Super Photo?


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[Bbush]

Yes! Dig it.


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[Bbush]

Just got 3 more 2.5's from Hans! I will post pictures when they stop hiding in the corner....


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[Bbush]

Just moved them into the main tank. They already seem less shy. Hopefully I can get some good pictures when I cut the lights back on tomorrow...


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[Bbush]

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