Which colors and patterns are available to discus collectors?
Discus fish are known for their vibrant and varied colors, as well as unique patterns. Some of the most popular colors and patterns for discus collectors include: Solid colors -...
Why are discus fish so difficult to breed?
Discus fish are known for being difficult to breed for several reasons. Here are a few factors that make breeding discus challenging: Water Quality: Discus fish are very sensitive to...
What are the most popular ornamental fish in the world?
There are many different species of ornamental fish that are popular around the world, but some of the most commonly kept species include: Guppies: Guppies are small, colorful freshwater fish...
A history of the discus fish industry in the United States
Discus fish (Symphysodon spp.) first became popular in the United States in the 1950s, when they were first imported from South America. However, it was not until the 1970s...
A history of the discus fish industry in Europe
Discus fish (Symphysodon spp.) first became popular in Europe in the 1950s, when they were first imported from South America. However, it was not until the 1970s that discus...
A history of the discus industry in Asia
Discus fish (Symphysodon spp.) are native to the Amazon Basin in South America, but they have been popular in the aquarium trade all over the world since the 1950s....
Why are discus fish called the “King of the Aquarium?”
Discus fish are often referred to as the "king of the aquarium" because they are widely considered to be one of the most beautiful and impressive freshwater fish species...
The Origins of the Pigeon Blood Discus Strain
Pigeon Blood is a strain of Discus fish and does not apply to all Discus. In early 1991 Jack Wattley brought the first Pigeon Blood Discus fish into his...
Optimal Discus Fish Water Parameters
I’m not a chemist and every time I altered water chemistry it came back to bite me. After many years of trial and allot of errors I came to...
What to Feed Discus Fish
Discus fish have fairly simple dietary habits. They are omnivores and will eat both meat and plants. An assorted diet that offers both will ensure that they get all...
