Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Thick Pattern, Proven Breeding Pair

Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Thick Pattern, Proven Breeding Pair

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Growing up in the Northeast, it wasn’t often I was able to stretch out under the sun on warm sand beaches. Between work and family responsibilities all in my hometown urban jungle, my life was more than a little hectic. One placid summer I was able to step away for a moment and traveled south to a secluded white sand beach. It was there, stretched out on a shaded lounge chair, that I ordered my first Tequila Sunrise. It was the first time in a long time that I finally got to kick back and empty my mind of any worry.

It was a moment of pure tranquility I often struggled to find between tangles of concrete roads and masses of skyscrapers. Now a fond memory, I like to think back on it when life starts to get busy again. The gentle blend of tangerine orange and grenadine red on the Checkerboard Pigeon Discus laps me back to that first sip of my Tequila Sunrise on that warm southern shore that seemed so detached from real life. A paradise tucked away, inviting me to return to it when I want to forget my worries once more. The bright, undiluted white spots of this fish pour my thoughts back to the soft, flour-like sand I sunk my toes into for hours.

Now back in my apartment with a Checkerboard Pigeon Discus peacefully gliding around my white sand tank, I can mix myself another Tequila Sunrise, spread out on the couch, and daydream back to the beach I loved so much.

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6 reviews for Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Thick Pattern, Proven Breeding Pair

    Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Thick Pattern, Proven Breeding Pair photo review
    Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Thick Pattern, Proven Breeding Pair photo review
    Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Thick Pattern, Proven Breeding Pair photo review
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    Megan C., Olathe, KS (Verified Customer) September 21, 2023
    October 1, 2023

    Absolutely incredible!

    Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Thick Pattern, Proven Breeding Pair photo review
    Eric C., Hayden, ID (Verified Customer) August 4, 2022
    August 20, 2022

    All are good except the pair in the third picture. They came in really rough shape.

    Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Thick Pattern, Proven Breeding Pair photo review
    Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Thick Pattern, Proven Breeding Pair photo review
    Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Thick Pattern, Proven Breeding Pair photo review
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    William B., Los Angeles, CA (Verified Customer) January 6, 2022
    January 16, 2022

    The fish arrived safe and sound and are amazing.

    Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Thick Pattern, Proven Breeding Pair photo review
    Irene M., Barceloneta, Puerto Rico (Verified Customer) June 12, 2021
    July 4, 2021
    I'm very happy with my discus. Here are some of the pictures. They are amazing. The Mandarin Passion is still with the white Face, I'm worry about tha...More

    I'm very happy with my discus. Here are some of the pictures. They are amazing. The Mandarin Passion is still with the white Face, I'm worry about that. How many weeks I have to wait to turn red? One of the Albino leopard begun to swim head down I was very sad I put in a 10 gal tank with Epson salt and General Cure. I don't know if there is something else for that sickness, but it works. This was a great experience. The colors are amazing and I love it. They arrived in a great shape, thank you Michael you’re the best.

    Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Thick Pattern, Proven Breeding Pair photo review
    Thinh T., Houston, TX (Verified Customer) November 19, 2020
    November 24, 2020
    At first, they kinda tilted and after few hours, they seem fine but still sensitive to noises and light. I will check them again later and let you kno...More
    At first, they kinda tilted and after few hours, they seem fine but still sensitive to noises and light. I will check them again later and let you know. So far so good. They seem normal but when I took the blanket off and they went crazy. 
    Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Thick Pattern, Proven Breeding Pair photo review
    Paul S., Fort Collins, CO (Verified Customer) June 28, 2020
    July 2, 2020

    Thanks, Michael. You did a great job.


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Category Rating
Care Level: Moderate, see our Learning Center for comprehensive care.
Temperament: Peaceful
Color Form: Huge variety available
Lifespan: 15-25 Years
Adult Size: 8-12 inches
Diet: Omnivorous
Family: Cichlidae
Minimum Tank Size: 50 gallons
Tank Set-Up: Bare-bottom, or Intermediate
Compatibility: Often compatible



Natural Habitat for Discus

Discus are found in floodplain lakes and flooded forests of the lowland Amazon River basin and some of its tributaries, including the Rio Negro.  These areas experience extreme changes in water level due to seasonal flooding.  Discus tend to congregate near fallen trees, known as “galhadas”, along the shore.  They prefer quiet water, and are rarely found in areas where there is strong current or wave action.

Discus Water Requirements

Discus prefer warm, soft, acidic water.  pH should be between 6.0 and 7.0, with hardness between 1° and 4° dKH (18 to 70 ppm).  Temperature should be kept between 82° and 89° F. Water conditions for both wild and hybrid discus are the same. While captive bred discus can be kept in dechlorinated tap water  reverse osmosis or deionized water supplemented will ensure the the best conditions. Discus require pristine water quality, and depending on the filtration system being used, a weekly or bi-weekly water change of 10% to 25% is highly recommended. Don’t forget to treat tap water with conditioner before refilling your aquarium!  

Housing Requirements for Discus

Discus grow to be quite large, and full sized discus will require an aquarium of 50 gallons or larger when they reach adult size.  Tall aquariums are best, to accommodate their body shape.  Current should be gentle, and décor if used at all should include large broadleaf plants and driftwood that is arranged vertically to simulate downed branches and trees.  A few floating plants can also be added to provide shaded areas and cover. Substrate should be fine to medium grade and smooth surfaced, as discus like to forage along the bottom for food.

Discus Behavior/Compatibility

Discus are generally calm, peaceful fish, but as cichlids they can be aggressive toward one another, especially when attempting to pair off and spawn.  Shy or submissive fish should be removed if they are unable to compete. Most serious hobbyists do not mix their discus with too many other species. However, suitable aquarium mates include cardinal tetras, neons, emperor and rummy nose tetras, as well as clown loaches and dwarf cichlids such as rams and Apistogramma species. All of these fish tolerate the high temperatures and low pH/hardness required by discus.  

What do Discus Eat?

In nature discus eat a considerable amount of plant material and detritus, but also forage along the bottom looking for worms and small crustaceans.  They are omnivores and will thrive on freeze dried black worms, beefheart, frozen blood worms, and a variety of pellet and flake food. Frozen and live foods may be fed as treats or to help induce spawning.  For best results, rotate their diet daily and feed only what they can consume in 2 to 3 minutes, once or twice a day.

Discus Breeding Level – Difficult

Captive bred discus will pair up and spawn relatively easily, but young, inexperienced parents may eat their eggs the first few times, particularly if other fish are present.  After hatching the young feed on heavy body mucus secreted by the parents for a few days until they begin to free-swim.  Parents will transfer the young back and forth several times a day.

Q: How are your stated fish measurements conducted?

A: All measurements are made from tip of nose to end of tail. Photographs are representative of the strain or variety, and not the exact specimens that will be shipped.

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A: Every discus you see on our website is available for immediate purchase and ready to be shipped to you. Click the “Add to Cart” button on your desired products, adjust your quantities, and follow the checkout instructions. We honor all special requests. Please allow a 2-day minimum handling period for discus.

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