Discus Aquarium Fish – How To Buy A Healthy Discus Fish
Discus aquarium fish need to be chosen carefully because, the wrong fish, or the wrong breeder will cause you tons of frustration. You will probably have immediate and lasting problems with disease before you ever get to enjoy your new aquarium
There are a few steps you can take when selecting a discus aquarium fish that will stack the odds in your favor.
- Watch the fish swim naturally for at least 10-15 minutes. Do you notice any strange behavior? (sideways swimming, aggression, shyness, etc…)
- What size are the fish versus what the shop is telling you about the age of the fish; an eight week old discus should be about 1 1/2in long; a one year old discus fish is about 6 in. long from head to tail.
- Healthy discus fish should have a round body. If the shape is long and drawn out, it may be sick or have genetic problems. Discus fish should not have extremely large eyes in proportion to the size of their body.
- Sick discus aquarium fish often have very pointy and sharp dorsal fin. They may also have sunken eyes and dull color.
- Don’t select a discus fish that is shy, aggressive, or antisocial with the other fish in the tank.
- Watch while the shop feeds the fish in front of you. A healthy fish should have a good appetite.
This has been six simple tips for selecting the best discus aquarium fish for your tank. Picking good fish at the beginning will ensure a rewarding hobby. I hope these tips help you to find healthy and happy discus aquarium fish.
