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by vital
Wed Apr 23, 2025 2:11 am
Forum: Corals
Topic: Feeding tips for Mushroom Corals
Replies: 9
Views: 42

Re: Feeding tips for Mushroom Corals

Reef roids are solid, but Mushroom Corals can be picky. Try spot feeding with mysis shrimp or small bits of krill. I've got a 75 gallon with similar lighting, and mine perk up after a mysis snack. Keep an eye on flow too, they don't like strong currents.
by vital
Sun Apr 20, 2025 4:46 am
Forum: Discus
Topic: ideal temp for discus comfort
Replies: 20
Views: 227

Re: ideal temp for discus comfort

Consistency beats perfection. My 180 gallon runs at 85°F year-round, with monthly 50% changes. Discus are breeding, so it's working. Key is matching your routine to your setup. If you can't do daily changes, invest in better filtration and stick to a schedule.
by vital
Sat Apr 19, 2025 5:18 pm
Forum: Discus
Topic: ideal temp for discus comfort
Replies: 20
Views: 227

Re: ideal temp for discus comfort

Agree with swiftly on stability. I run 85°F in my 180 gallon, heavy planting, and a sump. Discus are adults, 5–6 inches, and breed at this temp. Key is matching your routine to their needs. How old are yours, oizeT? Juveniles need warmer water to grow out properly.
by vital
Tue Aug 22, 2023 5:52 am
Forum: Discus
Topic: Breeding Pairs?
Replies: 13
Views: 3221

Re: Breeding Pairs?

Re: Breeding Pairs?



Originally posted by FishNe



A large WC with cooler water can help, too. I wouldn't go lower than 82 for long term, though.



Thanks Liz, I appreciate the tip. A large water change with cooler water might just do the trick, I'll definitely give it a shot.
by vital
Sun Aug 20, 2023 10:50 pm
Forum: Discus
Topic: Breeding Pairs?
Replies: 13
Views: 3221

Breeding Pairs?

I've had these two ring leopards for almost two years, given to me as gifts, supposedly a breeding pair. Tank conditions are all good - 30 Degrees Celsius, nitrates 8-15mg/l, no nitrites or ammonia, pH 6.8. My fluval filter's checked every 3 months, and I do 50% water changes regularly. They look ...
by vital
Thu Feb 23, 2023 6:02 pm
Forum: Discus
Topic: Two Males or Pair?
Replies: 1
Views: 641

Two Males or Pair?

Hi Everyone,

I'm curious to know, do you think this is a pair or two males? I know it's tough to tell until they spawn, but I'd love to hear your thoughts - I'm still learning.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9P0eTN5wJ8

Regards,
Victor