Orange Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Proven Breeding Pair

Orange Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Proven Breeding Pair

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Are you a fish enthusiast, ready to step up your game to a more challenging yet satisfying species? Then make room for Orange Checkerboard Pigeon Discus. This peaceful fish has reddish-orange eyes and a gorgeous bright-yellow checkerboard pattern over a white to cream base color. The tail is clear with subtle touches of yellow or orange. The dorsal and caudal fins may have a black edge. The overall coloration is breathtaking.

You will be rewarded many times over for your initial investment in this type of Discus. The fish are fascinating to watch. They also spread warmth through the aquarium because of their distinctive yellow coloration, which lends unparalleled beauty. Brighten your tropical freshwater environment with Orange Checkerboard Pigeon. Be sure to offer special food designed to enhance and bring out their hallmark yellow tones.

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1 review for Orange Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Proven Breeding Pair

    Orange Checkerboard Pigeon Discus, Proven Breeding Pair photo review
    Leah F., New Brighton, PA (Verified Customer) November 29, 2022
    January 29, 2023
    Hey, I’m so sorry I’m just getting back! It’s just that I learned a lot from the last shipment, and so this time I made sure I did decent water change...More
    Hey, I’m so sorry I’m just getting back! It’s just that I learned a lot from the last shipment, and so this time I made sure I did decent water changes and just watched the closely to make sure there were no super signs of stress! Plus I fed them blood worms to try and get them to eat it didn’t work at first! And remember I had a very bad experience with bloodworms in the past. Ok so, some are eating and some are not the yellow Rafflesia are not eating but I’m guessing it’s because the lighter one started mating right away! And the other one is having a tuff time getting along the female is a little upset that the other female is gone!!! I lost one gold nugget not sure what happened woke up the next morning and it was dead. Also lost 2 super red plecos, none of the albino!! I’m getting better at telling the males from females, however don’t really see a difference in the sapphires they both look like females and act like it too! But yeah just been trying to focus all my time to make sure they have a smooth transition! Oh and pics are coming right now!! Lelo

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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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