More on Discus Tank Heating Equipment
Discus flourish in warm water. In this article, we'll help you navigate your options about discus tank heaters. You'll find that choosing your heater is simple and easy! WHY DOES MY...
Discus Tank Placement
When setting up their discus tank, many overlook one detail… where to put it! Discus Aquarium WHY IS TANK PLACEMENT IMPORTANT? If you are setting up a new discus tank, here are reasons...
Driftwood and Other Decorations
In order to keep their aquariums easier to clean, some people don't use decorations. However, other people use decorations anyway and just devote more effort to cleaning. You decide what's...
Dutch vs Nature Style Planted Aquariums
Aquascaping is the artistic technique of using rocks, stones, cave pieces, or plants to decorate an aquarium. Although there are countless ways to create and maintain a planted aquarium, two...
Acrylic vs Glass as an Aquarium Material
In this article, we will help you navigate your material, height, size, and vendor options when choosing your discus aquarium. MATERIAL Aquariums can be made of glass, acrylic, or plastic. For discus,...
Powerheads and Air Pumps
POWERHEADS Both powerheads and air pumps will circulate water in your tank. Powerheads tend to be used more than air pumps in larger tanks. A powerhead is a submersible water pump that...
Thermometers for a Discus Aquarium
Discus fish are especially sensitive to fluctuations in temperature. You will need a thermometer to verify that your tank is at its proper temperature. Two common types are available: bulb...
Discus Aquarium Plant Considerations
WHAT SHOULD I CONSIDER WHEN DECIDING WHETHER TO BRING PLANTS TO MY AQUARIUM? In this article, we'll first give you some suggestions on what to consider when deciding on plants. Afterward,...
A Deeper Dive into Discus Tank Substrates
The substrate (a surface on which an organism grows or is attached) in your planted aquarium is a critical part of your aquarium's ecosystem and vital to the health of...
Aquarium Heater Options
HEATER OPTIONS Ideally, your discus aquarium temperature should be 84 to 86 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a heater to maintain this temperature. In this article, we'll first explore the options you have...
