{"product_id":"blue-diamond-discus","title":"Blue Diamond Discus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Diamond Discus (scientific name: \u003ci\u003eSymphysodon sp.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e stun everyone at first sight with its striking electric blue covering the entire disc-shaped body. The vibrant hue is the result of wild-caught specimens selectively bred based on favorable mutations in their color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUnfortunately for beginners, \u003cstrong\u003eDiscus fish\u003c\/strong\u003e are regarded as difficult in terms of care. Hence, they are not appropriate for the fishkeeper’s first try, despite their strong passion for the species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGiven the \u003cstrong\u003eaverage large Discus size of around 5 – 7 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, these freshwater fish normally require a fairly big aquarium tank to dwell in. They are shoaling by nature, hence keeping \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Diamond Discus\u003c\/strong\u003e in groups (from 6 -7 specimens) is more preferable. The distinctive body also challenges the Discus-keepers’ skills in controlling water quality to meet the fish’s requirements. \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Diamond Discus fish\u003c\/strong\u003e consume a large amount of food and dispose of comparable waste. Therefore, in addition to setting up a soft and slightly acidic water environment for the species, \u003cstrong\u003ewater changes of 30% per week\u003c\/strong\u003e should be performed regularly. This ensures the waste is entirely removed and the water is kept hygienic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOn a further note, \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Discus fish\u003c\/strong\u003e are very sensitive to drastic changes in living conditions. Thus, to allow \u003cstrong\u003eDiscus fish\u003c\/strong\u003e to get accustomed to your tank soon, you should ask the fish store where you buy the fish for more information on their origin. This could help you get a closer step to the actual needs of Discus fish, as well as avoid any mistakes while preparing their home aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAlthough this \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Discus\u003c\/strong\u003e could live in a community tank, most serious hobbyists don’t prefer so. The main reason lies in diet problems, as they tend to kick other fish out to take the food without giving them a chance. That said, there are still several options for you. \u003cstrong\u003eNeon tetras\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eRummy-nose tetras\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eEmber tetras\u003c\/strong\u003e are the first to come in the recommended list as they are beautiful yet pretty easy to care for. Other considerations could include \u003cstrong\u003eGouramis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBolivian Rams\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ePencilfish\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eSterbai Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Splashy Fish tropical fish store, our Blue Diamond Discus for sale and other Discus for sale are tank-bred, grown, and sold with love and care. Visit our fish store online or aquarium in Virginia for more high-quality freshwater fish for sale, such as betta fish for sale, aquatic plants for sale, freshwater shrimp for sale, and other aquarium supplies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Can Expect From This Fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eStriking electric blue with a disc-shaped body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAggressive, particularly towards the same species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMid-level dwellers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 78° to 86°F (26° to 30°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.8 - 7.2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKH: \u003c\/strong\u003e1 – 4 dKH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank size: \u003c\/strong\u003e75 gallons for groups (highly recommended ratio is 1 individual per 10-gallon)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARE GUIDELINES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discus fish are omnivores and prefer both plant matter and live food. 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