German Red Turquoise Discus, Blue Base

German Red Turquoise Discus, Blue Base

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This giant blue red German monster is sure to add a powerful touch to even the most complete collection. Streaks of blood red run through an iridescent body, creating the classic “Red Turquoise” effect originally pioneered by Eduard Schmidt-Focke.

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64 reviews for German Red Turquoise Discus, Blue Base

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    Vern C., Joliet, IL (Verified Customer) November 13, 2023
    November 18, 2023
    They arrived excellent. Just the beginning of a restock I’ll probably be buying another 20 or so 400 gal I have a unique set up 5 gal of new water eve...More
    They arrived excellent. Just the beginning of a restock I’ll probably be buying another 20 or so 400 gal I have a unique set up 5 gal of new water every day. Maintains zero nitrates nitrite’s and ammonia with a 100 gal wet dry filter.
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    Katrina M., Harrodsburg, KY (Verified Customer) October 16, 2023
    October 31, 2023
    Vibrant
    Love the red and blue base Germans 😍 gorgeous coloration and patterns
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    Matt K., Sebring, FL (Verified Customer) October 14, 2023
    October 29, 2023

    Out of all of the Discus, 6 of them, have decided to be 3 pairs, and are guarding eggs!

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    Katrina M., Harrodsburg, KY (Verified Customer) October 16, 2023
    October 22, 2023
    Hello! All 6 fish arrived alive and are stunning! However, and I am admittedly inexperienced with identifying this species, 4 of them look nearly iden...More

    Hello! All 6 fish arrived alive and are stunning! However, and I am admittedly inexperienced with identifying this species, 4 of them look nearly identical to me. I ordered 6 different varieties but 4 of them look like the same type, German red turquoise, and then there's a yellow one that I don't recognize. Maybe it is supposed to be the golden pigeon leopard but it has virtually no red on it. And the super eruption is definitely correct. I will send you some pics I have but I didn't get any of the yellow one so I'll have to send you his pic tomorrow after work. Let me know what you think, I didn't recognize any as red tiger, blue knight or golden pigeon. Thank you! 

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    Jadyn H., Murray, NE (Verified Customer) August 11, 2023
    September 17, 2023
    They are doing great and are still really beautiful!! Jadyn From Michael: Jadyn, you're a collector of discerning taste in discus. I'll be eagerly wat...More

    They are doing great and are still really beautiful!! Jadyn From Michael: Jadyn, you're a collector of discerning taste in discus. I'll be eagerly watching your progress. Congrats on building a tier-1 collection in such a short period of time.

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    James S., Hayes, VA (Verified Customer) August 16, 2023
    August 20, 2023

    Thank you again, Joe

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    Matt K., Sebring, FL (Verified Customer) August 6, 2023
    August 14, 2023
    Discus all arrived in good shape. The bags were all very hot(very warm), the Cardinals, and the Cory’s didn’t do so well with the heat. But, I’m not a...More

    Discus all arrived in good shape. The bags were all very hot(very warm), the Cardinals, and the Cory’s didn’t do so well with the heat. But, I’m not a complainer. The Discus are what I was concerned with. Here are some pictures. They went into my display tank, I had Angels in it, and moved them into a different tank. I’m hoping that they don’t need any meds in the tank. O’yea, all of them are eating.

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    Chai V., Clovis, CA (Verified Customer) July 1, 2023
    August 6, 2023

    I lucky, I have a pair. This morning I saw many eggs.

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    Daniel T., Sycamore, IL (Verified Customer) May 16, 2023
    July 16, 2023
    As I said yesterday, I could not be happier with my discus. I thought I sent photos earlier but maybe they didn't go through. These fish are growing a...More

    As I said yesterday, I could not be happier with my discus. I thought I sent photos earlier but maybe they didn't go through. These fish are growing and getting more beautiful every day. They eat Omega One Flakes and frozen brine shrimp but their favorite food is frozen bloodworms which they are willing to take from my hand. Thank you, Michael, for sending me the best of the best!

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    German C., Middle Village, NY (Verified Customer) June 25, 2023
    July 2, 2023

    Yes everything is fine. Thank you.

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    Gary O., Forked River, NJ (Verified Customer) May 3, 2023
    May 13, 2023
    Michael, they all sparked up in a few hours. I did make a mistake and let the water in the bags into the tank. Its new water settled for a week, then ...More

    Michael, they all sparked up in a few hours. I did make a mistake and let the water in the bags into the tank. Its new water settled for a week, then one week with about 8 small fish, 2 crayfish and a snail. I am running 2 filters (75 Gal rating for each) on each side of my 65 Gallon aquarium and they have the bio filters that spin in front as the water exists the filter. I have a bag to absorb hardness in one filter. The water yesterday (before the intro of new fish) tested perfect in all the 5 test areas. PH is 7.0. Water temp 76 degrees. From Michael: Your water temperature is way too cold. Check my FAQs page for correct params.

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    Volodymyr M., North Royalton, OH (Verified Customer) April 12, 2023
    April 30, 2023

    Good morning, Mike. 2 weeks ago you sold me fish over 1500$. I have some questions...

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    John L., Chantilly, VA (Verified Customer) March 4, 2023
    March 12, 2023
    I am very satisfied with this discus.This discus is really graceful .Michael was really kind to remind me that the fish was being delivered to my hous...More

    I am very satisfied with this discus.This discus is really graceful .Michael was really kind to remind me that the fish was being delivered to my house today.He is a really nice guy and he really explained to me what to do.

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    Aaron M., Falls Church, VA (Verified Customer) February 24, 2023
    March 4, 2023

    The fish arrived and all look great after a few hours in the aquarium.

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    Rene W., Lakehills, TX (Verified Customer) January 3, 2023
    January 8, 2023
    These are not what I ordered. The first order, I ordered 2 blue, 2 turquoise and 2 green. The greens are actually brown/orange. 1 died that you did no...More

    These are not what I ordered. The first order, I ordered 2 blue, 2 turquoise and 2 green. The greens are actually brown/orange. 1 died that you did not replace. These fish are no where near the quality I first ordered. They were eating swimming around... no dark stress bars... just absolutely no color. From Michael: You're confusing all the different strains from your 1st order and incorrectly identifying the fish. Your fish were starved for 48 hours prior to being shipped to you. They are stressed and hungry, and it's normal for them to not exhibit color for the first few weeks. Also, you ordered baby fish, which by nature will be much more drab compared to full grown adults. Please email me privately.

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    Vanessa R., Ogdensburg, NY (Verified Customer) August 1, 2022
    December 11, 2022
    Hi! I am made you a video of my thoughts plus some pics. I ordered them 4-5 months ago. THRIVING is an understatement. I am also hoping to order more.
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    Jonathan G., Bakersfield, CA (Verified Customer) October 26, 2022
    November 20, 2022
    The rest are looking great swimming around, but this 1 blue one has been on its side. I acclimated them all together at same time. I’m trying to get p...More

    The rest are looking great swimming around, but this 1 blue one has been on its side. I acclimated them all together at same time. I’m trying to get pictures right now to post some reviews.

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    Nelson V., Rossville, GA (Verified Customer) November 14, 2022
    November 20, 2022
    Hello Michael, the fish were picked up at the airport at 4:00 am on the night they arrived in Chattanooga, they were acclimated and placed in my 55 ga...More

    Hello Michael, the fish were picked up at the airport at 4:00 am on the night they arrived in Chattanooga, they were acclimated and placed in my 55 gallon tank that already housed 8 small angelfish and two small pepper corydoras. They all appeared lively and slowly making their way around the tank. I had all the lights off in the tank and in the room. temperature was 78 degrees in the tank at that time, I increased the heaters and by the next day and the temp is now 83 degrees Fahrenheit. i did not feed them the first day. I fed them today with Tetracolor Tropical Granules and they began to pick at it, then they ate it. one of the four Discus is not swimming around with the others and is staying off to itself behind some of the plastic plants near the bottom. It is slightly darker than it should be, it is a Schmidt-Focke Red Turquoise Blue Based. It has small whitish spots and areas beginning to appear more obvious than yesterday. It has a normal breathing pattern and is using both fins, and I haven't seen it eat yet. can you tell me if you know what might help this fish? PH is between 6.9 and 7.0 and GH is 60ppm and KH is40ppm. Nitrite is 0.5, and Nitrate is 30. I have not yet tested ammonia. filtration is three Fluval 50 filters and one air stone. Also Michael, although you picked nice fish for me, I would have preferred that the Red Turquoise Markings were more in a horizontal pattern, they look very much like a Tiger Turquoise with such vertical patterns on the bodies. If I could swap them out for horizontal pattern, I would. Pleasant and easy transaction with Michael at Discus.com everything went smoothly and the Discus were waiting at the local airport when I got there. smooth process from acclimation to transfer. Great looking, Healthy and robust Discus, Larger than I was expecting. I will be adding additional Discus soon! Thanks again, Nelson V.

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    Shaunna G., Springfield, MA (Verified Customer) October 20, 2022
    October 23, 2022
    They all came in alive! I did not know to quarantine them so I hope they'll do okay! Only one of them looked dead for a while but after I put him in h...More

    They all came in alive! I did not know to quarantine them so I hope they'll do okay! Only one of them looked dead for a while but after I put him in he eventually got up and started swimming.

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    John B., China Grove, NC (Verified Customer) August 15, 2022
    August 21, 2022
    These are the best I could get, hope they work out, thanks. I had some manzanita that was amazing but was hard to do maintenance around so I removed i...More

    These are the best I could get, hope they work out, thanks. I had some manzanita that was amazing but was hard to do maintenance around so I removed it, thanks for the tips.

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    Daniel N., Amesbury, MA (Verified Customer) June 25, 2022
    July 4, 2022
    They all arrived and look like they’re in great condition! I love the fish you chose for me. I have ordered from online fish stores before and have ha...More

    They all arrived and look like they’re in great condition! I love the fish you chose for me. I have ordered from online fish stores before and have had many bad experiences but the fish you sent me look so vibrant and healthy! I will definitely be ordering from you again! 

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    Jorge M., Sparks, NV (Verified Customer) June 8, 2022
    July 4, 2022

    Photos of discus I received and missing one of the blue snakeskin.

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    David B., Richmond, KY (Verified Customer) April 26, 2022
    May 15, 2022
    Finally, here should be the photos of the fish received on Friday. All are doing well. Colors and striping are more than anticipated! My dream is usin...More

    Finally, here should be the photos of the fish received on Friday. All are doing well. Colors and striping are more than anticipated! My dream is using this for future foundation breeding stock.

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    Andrea A., Leesville, TX (Verified Customer) April 25, 2022
    May 1, 2022
    Fish arrived tonight. First off, WOW are they beautiful Michael!!! Went right into their quarantine tank. Four are doing great and are swimming and lo...More

    Fish arrived tonight. First off, WOW are they beautiful Michael!!! Went right into their quarantine tank. Four are doing great and are swimming and look happy. Two are quite distressed. One is upright laying slightly to side on bottom of tank. The other is totally on his side. Both are breathing so I'm hoping for best. They are beautiful and if hate to lose them.



    I'll let you know in am if they make it thru night. All lights are off and will remain off for the 48 hrs. Since it's late I'll phone you tomorrow.


    Michael, Update: All 6 discus are doing great. The two distressed have rebounded and ate. The Penang Blue Knight is stunning. I may get another soon (would be terrific if I ended up with a breeding pair) ha ha ha. Pics will be sent when I get home from work tonight. --Andrea

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    Edward D., Orlando, FL (Verified Customer) April 17, 2022
    April 24, 2022
    This guy arrived healthy and was eating immediately. On day 3, he's still eating well and is super active. I love this guy. Great colors and is the b...More
    This guy arrived healthy and was eating immediately. On day 3, he's still eating well and is super active. I love this guy. Great colors and is the biggest one in my tank. He is just shy of 4” . I can imagine how awesome he will look fully grown.
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    Rahul R., Kendall park, NJ (Verified Customer) February 7, 2022
    April 10, 2022

    The middle 2 are yours. From Michael: May I have them back? :-)

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    Matthew C., Hartville, OH (Verified Customer) September 11, 2021
    March 27, 2022
    5-moth update

    Hey Mike, hope all is well! Just wanted to share some pics of the new tank...the San Merah is my favorite!


    Best regards,


    Matt

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    Eric G., Toms River, NJ (Verified Customer) February 28, 2022
    March 6, 2022
    They look good so far, they’re in a bucket acclimating, the last one that was floating sideways has now started swimming around, I have an air stone i...More

    They look good so far, they’re in a bucket acclimating, the last one that was floating sideways has now started swimming around, I have an air stone in with them while they acclimate.

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    Tina W., Crystal River, FL (Verified Customer) February 13, 2022
    February 20, 2022
    Hey Mike! FANTASTIC as far as I can tell! They arrived 530 last night and I spent like 2 1/2 hours acclimating them as you instructed. I got everybody...More

    Hey Mike! FANTASTIC as far as I can tell! They arrived 530 last night and I spent like 2 1/2 hours acclimating them as you instructed. I got everybody into the tank and did not have anybody that looked injured...so far, so good this morning. Seems they are getting used to everything and I think they are eating. I have been using no light...LOL!! So I'll be able to REALLY SEE everybody and everything Sunday night at 8pm. I'll give you a better update and pics. THANK YOU SOOOOO MUCH!! I know that they are beautiful already because you picked them out!!! (Sorry this is so late to get to you...I tried calling you twice today...but again, I know your busy.) Catch ya on Monday morning with some pics after the REAL REVEAL!!!! I can't wait!!!!



    Everyone is doing fine! They are getting used to their new home and no problems that I can see. You did a Fantastic Job Mike!! Thank you for all you have done!!

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    Keith R., Newport News, VA (Verified Customer) December 29, 2020
    December 26, 2021
    1 year later!
    So good to hear from you. I hope you’re doing well. I called a little bit ago, I left a VM. I was calling because I’d really like to make an order, bu...More

    So good to hear from you. I hope you’re doing well. I called a little bit ago, I left a VM. I was calling because I’d really like to make an order, but the issue is the ‘High Bodied Crimson Star Alenquer, 4.0-4.5’. I’d like to get everything delivered by the 17th of January. It’s a little bit pricer than my previous fish. Do you have an especially good looking one, that you could earmark for me? I’ll place the order immediately after I hear from you. All of the other fish….are gorgeous-Thank you. I’ve attached a few photos.

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    David P., Mt. Vernon, AL (Verified Customer) November 17, 2021
    November 28, 2021
    I have received the fish but the fish tank is broken, there is 1 fish with a broken bag and the water overflows I am following as instructed and waiti...More

    I have received the fish but the fish tank is broken, there is 1 fish with a broken bag and the water overflows I am following as instructed and waiting until tomorrow if there is any problem I will message you.

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    George B., Graniteville, SC (Verified Customer) November 12, 2021
    November 28, 2021
    Great quality in their fish and very happy with the selection.
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    George B., Graniteville, SC (Verified Customer) November 12, 2021
    November 28, 2021
    Outstanding colors in this fish beautiful and healthy. Very happy with the selection and quality!
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    Danny N., Riverside, CA (Verified Customer) November 3, 2021
    November 15, 2021
    Identical to the pictures! Healthy. Would buy again
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    Kelsey L., Milpitas, CA (Verified Customer) November 11, 2021
    November 13, 2021

    All of them swim happily. Thank you, you have awesome quality of fish.

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    Steve B., Wynnewood, PA (Verified Customer) October 1, 2021
    October 31, 2021
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    The fish came in yesterday, and as always you picked beauties! They seem happy and healthy. I only wish my tank were bigger so that I could have more....More

    The fish came in yesterday, and as always you picked beauties! They seem happy and healthy. I only wish my tank were bigger so that I could have more. Thanks as always.

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    Bruce B., Irvine, CA (Verified Customer) October 25, 2021
    October 31, 2021
    Hi Mike, Here are some pictures as requested. They ate some beefheart mix earlier today (mostly the German turquoise). Altums are mostly hanging out n...More

    Hi Mike, Here are some pictures as requested. They ate some beefheart mix earlier today (mostly the German turquoise). Altums are mostly hanging out near the top and sides but occasionally swim around.

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    Tim G., Fayetteville, NC (Verified Customer) October 3, 2021
    October 24, 2021

    Hey Michael, Tim Gangway here is a couple of pics of the fish. By the way the plant look great! Thanks!

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    Dave B., Cincinnati, OH (Verified Customer) October 6, 2021
    October 17, 2021
    Michael, the Discus looks great and is a voracious eater. Thank you for your follow up and the spectacular quality of your animals. Hello Michael, att...More

    Michael, the Discus looks great and is a voracious eater. Thank you for your follow up and the spectacular quality of your animals. Hello Michael, attached are pictures of new Discus and other tanks in our house. Discus tanks is 0 Nitrate, 6.5 PH. Thank you!

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    Michael L., Brentwood, NY (Verified Customer) September 5, 2021
    October 3, 2021

    This is one of the ones I like the most.

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    Nadine R., Woodbury, MN (Verified Customer) September 2, 2021
    September 18, 2021
    Hi Michael,
    The fish arrived ok. For the first 3 days they were not coming put even to eat in the dark. Last night both of them started picking up sm...More

    Hi Michael,



    The fish arrived ok. For the first 3 days they were not coming put even to eat in the dark. Last night both of them started picking up small specks of frozen brine shrimp. I am happy with both fish. The only thing is I expected the colors to be much brighter, such as more distinct blue and yellow.



    Thank you. Nadine



    From Michael: You ordered small fish, and you cannot compare them to fully mature adult specimens.

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    Matthew C., Hartville, OH (Verified Customer) August 29, 2021
    September 5, 2021

    Yes, everything has arrived. The melon was a bit stressed, but seems to be recovering. I'll be ordering again soon. Thanks!

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    David G., Poughkeepsie, NY (Verified Customer) August 16, 2021
    August 22, 2021
    Both Discus arrive fine and looks great thank you and acclimating well. I was home to receive them. I guess I didn’t have the lights off long enough. ...More

    Both Discus arrive fine and looks great thank you and acclimating well. I was home to receive them. I guess I didn’t have the lights off long enough. I turned the lights on this morning (about 24 hrs after receiving). I will shut them off for another day because the larger discus, the Classic Red Eagle Discus, still won’t eat yet. I have tried Brine shrimp and flake food. Do you know what he was used to eating?



    David



    From Michael: Everything I feed is available for sale in my food section. Feel free to poke around for ideas. Make sure you bump the temperature up to the high side: 87-88F for a few days for new fish.

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    Chris L., San Diego, CA (Verified Customer) July 7, 2021
    July 25, 2021
    Hi Michael. The fish you send was not match with the order that I was paid for.  This are the 2 that I order Penang Eruption Discus, and Golden Pigeon...More
    Hi Michael. The fish you send was not match with the order that I was paid for.  This are the 2 that I order Penang Eruption Discus, and Golden Pigeon Leopard Discus, White Base were not in the fish you send. From Michael: Please take better photos of the Golden Leopard. Your eruption is a great match. What's incorrect about it? There will inevitably always be some degree of variation, since no two fish are ever alike. All selections are final.
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    Roberto J., SAHUARITA, AZ (Verified Customer) March 11, 2021
    July 25, 2021
    Hello Michael they are doing great, I have several couples with fry now.  All are growing well and they even let me touch them when I am cleaning the ...More
    Hello Michael they are doing great, I have several couples with fry now.  All are growing well and they even let me touch them when I am cleaning the tanks. 


     


    Regarding your question I would have liked more communication regarding why the shipment was going to take about a month to be received would have been great, just a weekly update would have been great so I wouldn’t feel the need to keep asking you.


     


     I am not criticizing I am just answering your question. 


     


    I will be ordering more discus in the future I want yellow and orange discus but I am not ready yet. 


     


    The ones you sent me are beautiful!


     


     I hope you are doing great and stay safe and healthy.
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    James D., Washington, DC (Verified Customer) July 6, 2021
    July 11, 2021

    They arrived safely, they look great, and are doing well. Thank you! James

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    Matthew V., Rancho Viejo, TX (Verified Customer) June 25, 2021
    July 4, 2021
    I did get them in the tank ASAP because of how late they arrived. The eruption and one German Blue are swimming around fine. The two German Reds are h...More

    I did get them in the tank ASAP because of how late they arrived. The eruption and one German Blue are swimming around fine. The two German Reds are hiding but seem okay. The one German Blue is floating at the top and tries to swim every now and then but not much. All five are alive and seem to be doing well. Thank you for your patience with me and the information you shared! I will send pictures once I turn the lights on. They are beautiful!

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    Angelica P., Carolina, Puerto Rico (Verified Customer) April 30, 2021
    June 20, 2021
    Hi Michael! I'm sorry I've been so out of touch lately. But yes the discus are doing great, the are beautiful and super healthy thank you a lot! I wil...More

    Hi Michael! I'm sorry I've been so out of touch lately. But yes the discus are doing great, the are beautiful and super healthy thank you a lot! I will definitely order from your site again.

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    Mark C., Copper Hill, VA (Verified Customer) May 8, 2021
    May 23, 2021
    Hi Michael, The discus are starting to venture out and explore their new surroundings. Their colors have began to come out nicely. The German Red Turq...More

    Hi Michael, The discus are starting to venture out and explore their new surroundings. Their colors have began to come out nicely. The German Red Turquoise Discus, Blue Base are nice large healthy fish. Thank you for picking out such nice fish! I also like the Altum Flora Discus, Blue Base, they are each unique in their pattern and together they all make a nice “blues wave” of color in the planted tank! I will be ordering more in the future. I am attaching a few images! Thanks again for great service and beautiful fish! Mark

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    Monica B., San Diego, CA (Verified Customer) April 27, 2021
    May 3, 2021
    Hey Michael! I think it has been super easy and so far your fish have arrived looking as they do in the photos, which I know is a hard thing to captur...More

    Hey Michael! I think it has been super easy and so far your fish have arrived looking as they do in the photos, which I know is a hard thing to capture depending on their size and maturity but so far I am very very happy.

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    Paul S., Traverse City, MI (Verified Customer) March 28, 2021
    April 5, 2021
    I just want to make sure the things were right there's no problem on my end I will order from you in the future no hard feelings here and I am just ge...More

    I just want to make sure the things were right there's no problem on my end I will order from you in the future no hard feelings here and I am just getting into this so not sure on the colors thank you guys very much have a great evening. Thank you very much for everything I'm enjoying them already.

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    Shelly D., Cumming NY (Verified Customer) March 10, 2021
    March 29, 2021
    My German Red Turquoise blue base discus is bigger than what I paid for and has very striking blue coloration on him he is eating great and settled ri...More

    My German Red Turquoise blue base discus is bigger than what I paid for and has very striking blue coloration on him he is eating great and settled right in.



    Michael went above and beyond making sure I was happy with my purchase. He answered questions promptly and gave me bigger Discus than what I paid for. The 11 discus that I have are beautiful and eating great.

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    Huong N., Rock Hill, SC (Verified Customer) March 16, 2021
    March 29, 2021
    Feeding time!! Just wanted to share a few more pictures of our beautiful crew!! We are so happy with them, if we had a bigger tank I definitely would ...More

    Feeding time!! Just wanted to share a few more pictures of our beautiful crew!! We are so happy with them, if we had a bigger tank I definitely would have bought more from you, great quality discus!! You have many more selections and healthy discus. If I recommend to my family and friends, I will definitely tell them about discus.com!

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    Michael A., Newman Lake, WA (Verified Customer) March 12, 2021
    March 24, 2021
    Beautiful
    Not sure which is which yet, lol there so close in color when there smaller(3.5 - 4") I ordered 10 discus total 3 were Blue Turquoise Discus, Green Ba...More
    Not sure which is which yet, lol there so close in color when there smaller(3.5 - 4") I ordered 10 discus total 3 were Blue Turquoise Discus, Green Base, German Red Turquoise Discus, Red Base, German Red Turquoise Discus, Blue Base. all 3 are beautiful but until there order and there colors come in it will be hard to tell them apart. But all 3 are WOW factor!
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    Brandy H., McLean, VA (Verified Customer) March 10, 2021
    March 15, 2021
    Love them already. Should have ordered a couple more!
    All fishies received! They seem “tired” maybe sedated but all are upright and calm and being acclimated. One question... I notice they all look kinda ...More
    All fishies received! They seem “tired” maybe sedated but all are upright and calm and being acclimated. One question... I notice they all look kinda the same and I know 3 I ordered DO look kinda the same so no question there. Will the turquoise one I ordered start to show more turquoise as it ages and will anything help me indicate which one he is out of the group since right now they all kinda have similar colors? Obviously the very turquoise one in the photo below is likely much more mature, where I see in the lower picture, maybe younger ones so the color maybe is just not quite as there yet? Very happy with everything so far! Took video opening them. Will take more throughout acclimation and release!
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    An T., Haltom City, TX (Verified Customer) February 11, 2021
    March 8, 2021
    Dear Mr. Li: After receiving a shipping, I noticed the Red Fuji Discus has a lot of black spots on gills and fins. I though that was from the natural ...More

    Dear Mr. Li: After receiving a shipping, I noticed the Red Fuji Discus has a lot of black spots on gills and fins. I though that was from the natural born, but after 2 days, others fish stated having black spots on gills, fins, and body. On the day three, all the fish got it. I started raised the temperature to 88 and used API-General Cure for treatment. Try to hold off my second shipment for one week or two. Anything I can do to help my fish. I am new to discus. Thank you, An From Michael: The small black spots are what is called peppering in discus. It is normal for any pigeon strain, and does not indicate the fish are sick.

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    Coco T., Wichita, KS (Verified Customer) February 15, 2021
    March 8, 2021
    Hi Michael Li, I’m Coco. The fishes came safely and healthy. I still keep the light off so that I can’t see them clearly. But I think they are good. T...More

    Hi Michael Li, I’m Coco. The fishes came safely and healthy. I still keep the light off so that I can’t see them clearly. But I think they are good. Thank you for choosing me beautiful fishes. I and my husband love them a lot.

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    Beth P., Keizer, OR., (Verified Customer) January 5, 2021
    January 10, 2021
    Wow!

    Absolutely beautiful! It was love at first site as I unpacked each bag!

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    Priscilla B., Yorktown, VA., (Verified Customer) December 18, 2020
    December 27, 2020
    great fish!
    My order was sent by FedEx all around the country before finally making it to me. Transit time was 50 hours. Thank heavens for Michael. He was support...More

    My order was sent by FedEx all around the country before finally making it to me. Transit time was 50 hours. Thank heavens for Michael. He was supportive, and shipped very healthy fish. On delivery the boxes and bags were cold to the touch. I put all the poor flat stiff fish in a warm QT tank. This fish was a survivor- I lost a couple but most survived. Photo taken 2 days later, I know his color will continue to improve as he recovers. I can’t stress enough how supportive Michael was, even though it was the holiday season…

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    Priscilla B., Yorktown, VA (Verified Customer) November 17, 2020
    November 24, 2020
    really nice patterning.
    This fish looks great. Complements my other fish nicely.
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    Luis V. Antioch, TN (Verified Customer) October 7, 2020
    November 8, 2020

    Thank you, the fish arrived pretty healthy.

    Reply from pearls7_discus:
    Nice fish, Luis! He's still very small, and will continue to grow into his colors and patterns. Enjoy.
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    Stuart D., Fort Collins, CO (Verified Customer) September 18, 2020
    October 6, 2020




    Got the shipment. The discus & rams look very good.





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    Priscilla B., YORKTOWN, VA (Verified Customer) September 20, 2020
    September 22, 2020
    Review for first order: I am a nursing home nurse, and work is very stressful. My husband gifted me a 120g tank, and 3 months later I started hunting ...More

    Review for first order: I am a nursing home nurse, and work is very stressful. My husband gifted me a 120g tank, and 3 months later I started hunting discus. I am so glad I ordered from this website! I placed my second order within a week, because the first 6 were so pretty. I can't seem to take a good photo because I need to change my background- but trust me the fish are great!

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    Linda S., Kansas City, MO (Verified Customer) October 18, 2019
    October 30, 2019
    Oh man! So much bigger then I ever dreamed. After they acclimated, the blue is darkening up. They are so beautiful. More than worth the cost. Beautifu...More
    Oh man! So much bigger then I ever dreamed. After they acclimated, the blue is darkening up. They are so beautiful. More than worth the cost. Beautiful, they are simply beautiful!

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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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