Super Eruption Discus, Blue Base
$63.00 – $170.00
The cool blue base and warm auburn tones of this Super Eruption Discus contrast beautifully to create pure aquatic luxury. The vivid blue foundation is as radiant as the renowned blue sea of Capri…as vibrant as that unmistakable little blue jewelry box. The rich spots sprawl across the surface so intentionally, as if each spot has a story to tell.
Perhaps the most remarkable thing about this incredible design is how the blues and auburns coexist in perfect harmony – as if to complement each other and become whole, without disrupting the individual beauty of each part. This fish doubles as a work of art – a nature-made mastery that can elevate an entire space.
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| Category | Rating |
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| 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.
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No, it's about 3 inches bigger than what I wanted. Send me a baby one and I would be happy because he seems kinda sickly. From Michael: Lisa, discus generally need a few weeks to become fully adjusted to a new environment. We don't ship sick fish because it's much easier canceling an order than it is to ship fish that are not up to par. You ordered a 3.5" fish. Based on your ruler photo, your fish is less than 4.5". We always try upgrading fish sizes whenever possible.
Hi, this is Josh F... my fish are happy fish!! Thanks, we love them!!! as for favorite, NOPE I love them all.
From Michael: Pay attention to this customer's white substrate. It significantly brings out the maximum coloration of his discus. Wonderful setup, and you clearly understand what you're doing.Hi Michael. I am very happy with the fish you sent me. I got 9 Discus from you and the only thing wrong was I hoping for a solid color cobalt. The fish are all still healthy and good, I even have a pair that have laid five different sets of eggs since I received them.
Yes everyone arrived fine, they are so beautiful, I'm very happy with them, and I'll 100% be buying from you again.
Hi Michael, I appreciate your picks. They are definitely the most beautiful discus that I have ever owned. Everyone still looks ok except for the yellow one. I send you a picture below. Can you tell me what wrong which it? Any experience from you to help it. Thank you, Michael!
I found the article starting the acclimation process now they look good a couple are stressed but that is to be expected. The tank is a 125. The most important part is that they look healthy and happy. Thank you again. If you would like you can share the pics.
Good afternoon Michael happy Friday. This is Brent R. the fish delivered Tuesday and I love them. This is from yesterday afternoon when I turned on the lights! I was wearing my Discus.com tshirt yesterday when I was acclimating my fish.
They are here! Robust and beautiful. In the acclimation process. I will get pictures to you.
Michael, first picture is the fish I’ve been concerned about the most, still won’t eat not interested in even looking at food the second picture is one that has quit eating in the last couple of days but his color is still good and he seems disoriented at times. The last two pictures are a couple of the other seven that are absolutely ravenous in the morning and they’re eating very very well. I did a 50% water change yesterday with water that’s been sitting for over a week and that seem to help a bit so we’ll see I guess.
It's adapting to the tank and the other discus. Looks beautiful.
Hi Michael, all arrived safely. I picked them up at the Customer Center just outside the Airport .. much better than waiting for frozen fish to arrive late. Lights are low & all 3 Discus are lighten & are showing color. I figure I'll give him a week in the quarantine tank before I put them in the 180. Pleco needed to get into the big tank & he's doing fine. The Discus you picked out look Great & I'm very happy with the color. The pleco is good size & is doing well. So far so good I do not foresee any problems but you never know. They are all in good water so I think we're fine. Thanks for the selection.
Afternoon Michael, can you call me when u have a minute? I received my oder today, thank you. 6 out of 7 appear to be in good health, but 1 is not looking too good. Overall--good. I would make a future purchase. I found your website and general info/articles to be very helpful.
They arrived alive. They’re doing better today. Moving around the tank and interacting with one another. They do have ammonia burn and I’m keeping a close eye on them.
Fish came in emaciated and loaded with ich. I’m not sure of this fish is a blue base super eruption.
From Michael: I'm not sure if this customer has access to email or checks it at all. Multiple notifications were sent out. Timothy, please check your spam folder! Plants are always shipped separately from discus due to different temperature requirements (one needs to be cold, the other warm). Also, with regards to your discus, all fish are starved and medicated for 48 hours prior to being shipped -- of course they will look thin, as that's part of the shipping process. Zero chance of ich. By the way, your fish looks fine in your photo. Please keep me posted.