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Reaching around 20 cm, they demand warm, soft, spotlessly clean water and are best kept in a group of six or more — a rewarding project for the committed keeper.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymphysodon come from the slow, warm blackwater and clearwater tributaries of the Amazon basin in Brazil and Peru, where they shelter among submerged roots and branches in soft, acidic, tannin-stained water. The environment is warm and very stable. A tall, calm tank with driftwood, gentle flow and pristine, warm water recreates their home.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eA tall, laterally compressed, near-circular body that gives Discus their name, carried on trailing fins. Decades of selective breeding have produced an enormous range of colours and patterns — solid reds, blues, turquoise, pigeon blood, snakeskin and more — which this assorted group showcases. Colour intensifies with maturity, good diet and calm, clean surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003ePeaceful, shy and highly social, Discus must be kept in a group of six or more to feel secure, where a gentle pecking order forms. They can squabble when pairing or establishing hierarchy but are not aggressive by nature. They mix only with calm, warm-water tankmates that will not outcompete them for food or foul their pristine water.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eA carnivore with a hearty appetite, thriving on quality discus pellets and flake, frozen bloodworm and brine shrimp, and traditional beef-heart based foods. Feed several small meals a day, especially for growing fish, and remove waste promptly. A varied, high-protein diet underpins good colour and growth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eProvide a minimum of around 250 L for a group, taller tanks being ideal. Keep temperature warm at 28–30 °C, pH 6.0–7.0 and very soft water, around GH 1–8. Discus are demanding: they need frequent water changes, low nitrate and rock-steady parameters, so this is a species for the keeper prepared to maintain pristine conditions. Plant safe, though the high temperature suits only heat-tolerant plants.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eA rewarding challenge. Pairs form from a group, clean a vertical surface and lay eggs that both parents guard. Remarkably, the fry feed for their first days on a nutritious mucus secreted from the parents' flanks. 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The Panthera shows a pale cream to soft white body with reduced barring and a vivid red eye, giving it a crisp, minimalist look. Well-kept adults develop a smooth, unblemished sheen that sets off the red eye beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeaceful and rather timid for a cichlid, discus are happiest in a calm group where they can establish a gentle pecking order. They dislike boisterous or fast tankmates that outcompete them at feeding time. Keep them in groups of at least five to spread out any squabbling and help them feel secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscus are carnivores with hearty appetites. Offer a varied diet of quality discus pellets and flakes, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp and specialised beef-heart based foods. 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A genuine centrepiece for the committed keeper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild discus (Symphysodon species) inhabit the slow-moving, blackwater tributaries and flooded forest margins of the Amazon Basin, in warm, soft, tannin-stained water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA golden-yellow body overlaid with a fine, checkerboard-like lattice pattern — a striking pigeon-blood strain variation on the classic checkerboard discus look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeaceful but social, doing best in a group of six or more of its own kind. 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Colour and pattern intensify as the fish matures in stable, high-quality water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeaceful but demanding, and a shy shoaling species best kept in a group of six or more to spread minor pecking-order squabbles. They are slow, deliberate feeders and do best with calm tankmates that won't outcompete them or foul the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEssentially a carnivore. Feed a base of quality discus pellets and flakes plus frozen bloodworm, brine shrimp, mysis and specialist beef-heart–based discus foods. Feed little and often, and keep on top of the resulting waste with water changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe demanding part: warm water at 28–30 °C, soft and acidic, and immaculately clean. Large, frequent water changes (30–50%, two to three times weekly) are the norm. 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As with all discus, the body is tall, laterally compressed and almost perfectly round in outline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscus are peaceful and non-aggressive, but they are social and genuinely do best kept in a group of six or more of their own kind, where they establish a gentle pecking order. 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The pigeon-blood strain shows a clean pale-to-golden base with a red eye, and this Yellow Pigeon form intensifies that base into a warm, even gold across the body and fins. Colour deepens with maturity, good diet and calm, clean surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeaceful, shy and highly social — discus must be kept in a group of six or more to feel secure, where a gentle pecking order forms. They can squabble when pairing or establishing hierarchy but are not aggressive by nature, and need calm, warm-water tankmates that won't outcompete them for food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA carnivore with a hearty appetite, thriving on quality discus pellets and flake, frozen bloodworm and brine shrimp, and traditional beef-heart based foods. 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Discus are the \"king of the aquarium\" — serene, disc-shaped and stately — but they demand warm, soft, spotlessly clean water and are best kept in a group. Reaching around 15–20 cm, this is a rewarding centrepiece for the committed keeper, not a beginner fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscus (Symphysodon) come from the calm backwaters, flooded forests and blackwater tributaries of the Amazon basin in South America. These are warm, very soft, acidic, tannin-stained waters with gentle flow and abundant submerged wood and roots, where discus shelter in groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tall, rounded, laterally compressed body — the classic \"discus\" disc. This high-grade Yellow Checkerboard shows a warm golden-yellow ground broken by a fine, even net of dark reticulations, strongest across the body and into the fins. Colour and pattern intensify as the fish matures and settles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeaceful but shy and easily out-competed. Keep a group of at least five or six to spread out their natural pecking order and reduce bullying. Tankmates must be calm, warmth-tolerant and gentle, as discus feed slowly and dislike boisterous company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA carnivore-leaning omnivore. Feed a varied diet of quality discus pellets, frozen bloodworm, brine shrimp and specialist discus foods, in several small feeds a day. Growing fish in particular need frequent feeding, which makes disciplined water changes essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an advanced fish. Provide a tall aquarium of at least 250 litres for a group, kept very warm at 28–30 °C, with soft, acidic water and immaculate water quality maintained by strong filtration and frequent large water changes. Stability is everything: discus are sensitive to nitrate, chilling and sudden change. Warm-tolerant plants and driftwood suit them well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA substrate-spawning, biparental cichlid famous for parental care. Pairs spawn on a vertical surface such as a cone or brad leaf, and both parents guard the eggs and then let the free-swimming fry feed on a nutritious mucus secreted from their skin — a remarkable sight. Success demands very soft, warm, pristine water and a settled pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSymphysodon sp.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-Grade Yellow Checkerboard Discus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmazon basin, South America (captive-bred strain)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–20 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–15 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeaceful (shy, demanding)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300+ litres (tall)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarnivore\/omnivore (discus pellets, frozen bloodworm, brine shrimp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28–30 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5–7.0 (soft, acidic)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–8 dGH (soft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalinity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable (freshwater)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExperienced keepers; warm, soft-water display tanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (choose warmth-tolerant plants)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm, warmth-tolerant fish — cardinal and rummynose tetras, small peaceful rasboras, sterbai corydoras, and other gentle soft-water species that thrive at high temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoisterous or fast-feeding fish, fin-nippers, aggressive cichlids, and any species that cannot tolerate the high temperatures discus require.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Small (1-5cm)","offer_id":55232834437411,"sku":"BA9211-S","price":185.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (5-10cm)","offer_id":55232834470179,"sku":"BA9211-M","price":215.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large (10-15cm)","offer_id":55232834502947,"sku":"BA9211","price":250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"X-Large (15-20cm)","offer_id":55351970201891,"sku":"BA9211-XL","price":290.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/high-grade-yellow-checkerboa-43091535593763-lv.webp?v=1790307472"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/collections\/High_Grade_Yellow_Checkerboard_Discus_59e7fe49-27e1-42ad-86ba-f4c567a411fb.jpg?v=1788252620","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/collections\/discus-1.oembed","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}