Red Panda Discus

Red Panda Discus

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Have you ever seen such an awesome looking fish?  It is known as a red panda discus. It has an exquisite red clustered pattern that almost makes it seem luminescent. It is so brilliantly colored. It is a rare type of fish, exotic in nature. The red panda has small, bright, shiny fins to help it navigate through the water. The clusters seem like bloodlines running across its body. The blue, almost turquoise like color, on each end of the fish highlights its beauty. There are other fish out there similar to the red panda but are found with completely different color patterns such as alum, blue, and mosaic. The red panda is one of a kind.

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8 reviews for Red Panda Discus

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    Chris L., Loveland, CO (Verified Customer) May 13, 2023
    November 12, 2023
    It's going great, the discus are happy and getting bigger. I attached a photo of the tank. It's hard to catch them all at once but you get the idea :)...More
    It's going great, the discus are happy and getting bigger. I attached a photo of the tank. It's hard to catch them all at once but you get the idea :)


     


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    Dana V., Biloxi, MS (Verified Customer) May 19, 2023
    May 28, 2023
    They seem really happy. I removed the sand. They had troubles when I change filter in pump today just to help with water. But all is good. Ph perfect ...More

    They seem really happy. I removed the sand. They had troubles when I change filter in pump today just to help with water. But all is good. Ph perfect and all levels. Thank you!

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    Chris L., Loveland, CO (Verified Customer) May 13, 2023
    May 21, 2023
    Fish look great so far we have 3 other discus and everyone is getting along so far. I appreciate the excellent quality discus. They’re beautiful and j...More

    Fish look great so far we have 3 other discus and everyone is getting along so far. I appreciate the excellent quality discus. They’re beautiful and just what we were hoping they would be.

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    Dale T., Colorado Springs, CO (Verified Customer) October 18, 2022
    October 30, 2022
    I have very much enjoyed speaking with you and am amazed at your works of living art! My whole family (wife and four kids) are just captivated. When t...More

    I have very much enjoyed speaking with you and am amazed at your works of living art! My whole family (wife and four kids) are just captivated. When their friends come over my kids love showing them the aquarium. They all say when they grow up they're going to have an aquarium too

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    Lex T., Gilbertsville, PA (Verified Customer) May 26, 2022
    June 12, 2022
    Hi Michael, apologies on belated response as I lost my phone yesterday :( All the discus came in alive though wanted to give you a heads up that there...More

    Hi Michael, apologies on belated response as I lost my phone yesterday :( All the discus came in alive though wanted to give you a heads up that there was barely any water left when it came. I think UPS may have inadvertently mishandled the box. I was able to acclimate all of them accordingly, and they are all beautiful fishes. However, there is one fish (the melon) who is constantly hiding and not flaring its fins with all its glory. Is that normal? Please see attached video. It just been hiding and sitting on one side. All of them are eating though. Any tips will be appreciated. Thanks From Michael: Ugh, another UPS mishap. Use Paraguard, and the clamped fins will go away within a few days. The other issues you're describing are normal. I'll email you separately.

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    Phoenix R., Seaside, CA (Verified Customer) August 30, 2021
    September 5, 2021

    They look pretty good! A bit stressed going to turn the lights off and let them chill for the day.

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    Monica B., San Diego, CA (Verified Customer) April 27, 2021
    May 9, 2021
    Hi Michael, All my other gosh look great! They are beautiful & lively. They are eating well & acclimating nicely. Thank you so much - your fis...More

    Hi Michael, All my other gosh look great! They are beautiful & lively. They are eating well & acclimating nicely. Thank you so much - your fish are gorgeous & I will be purchasing from you almost exclusively in the future! Monica

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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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Every fish we sell bears our gold seal that represents the Discus.com promise to our customers. When you make a purchase with us, you are entrusting our team with shipping you a collector grade specimen of unparalleled quality, beauty, size, and heft based on our judgement accrued over 25 years of experience. We guarantee the fish you receive will match the exact fish represented in our product photos. We are the gold standard of discus. Note: our discus are always measured from tip of nose to end of tail.

 

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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