Discus Volume

[rocknurworld2006]

how much do u usaully say to give per discus ie gallons

 

[Davo86]

how much do u usaully say to give per discus ie gallons

I'm not a Discus keeper but IMO I would say 50G for between 1-5 then an extra 10G for every one after that

 

[Sheilaf]

I believe the "rule" is 1 fish per 10g. Although I don't think this means you can stick 1 fish in a 10g.

 

[mike os]

there is no rule, as a guide for an easy life or inexperienced keeper 8-10 gal per adult fish is good.

 

[rocknurworld2006]

what about 3-4 inch discus?

 

[Jim Curtis]

"Discus Volume"

Mine are really quiet.

 

[rabbut]

"Discus Volume"

Mine are really quiet.

Very good

Well, 3-4" fish prefur larger groups idealy, say one per 5 gals, but they will get to adults, so some from that group may need to be removed in time in a domsetic aquarium If you are new to keeping, I'd stick to one to every 8-10g as the guideline surgests. Less fish=less waste and thus less chance of stunting while you get to grips with growing them out

HTH
Rabbut

 

[DiscusKeeper403]

"Discus Volume"

Mine are really quiet.

That one cracked me up!




I think the 10g per Discus rule is a good guide line to follow. It can be bent, but I wouldn't push it.

 

[mike os]

3-4" = 5-6" in less than 3-4 months.......

 

[Jim Curtis]

3-4" = 5-6" in less than 3-4 months.......

If you're lucky..

 

[mike os]

nope, if you feed and maintain at optimal levels