Blue discus (Symphysodon aequifasciatus)

Scientific name: Symphysodon aequifasciatus Pellegrin, 1904

The Blue discus (Symphysodon aequifasciatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 26–30°C (79–86°F).

Blue discus care at a glance

Temperature: 26–30°C (79–86°F)

Biology

In deep, rocky areas in crevices and among roots. Normally in schools, but territorial during breeding season. Feeds on insect larvae, insects, and planktonic invertebrates. Aquarium keeping: in groups of 5 or more individuals; keep pairs in small tanks for breeding; minimum aquarium size 120 cm

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Species facts

Scientific name: Symphysodon aequifasciatus
Family: Cichlidae (Cichlids)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 13.7
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 5.0 - 8.0; dH range: 0 - 12 benthopelagic
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: South America: Amazon River basin in tributaries along the Solim?es-Amazon River from the Putumayo River in Colombia and Peru, to the Tocantins River basin in Brazil.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Fisheries: subsistence fisheries; aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)