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That's a heavy load for a 75. I'd cut feeding to once daily, skip a day weekly. Also, try adding more plants like Amazon swords or floaters. They'll help suck up nitrates. My tank's similar, and that combo keeps nitrates under 20ppm.

Just got my first batch of Discus fry, and I'm kinda lost on how to keep 'em thriving. My tank's a 20-gallon with a sponge filter, temp at 84°F, and I've been doing 30% water changes every other day. They're eating baby brine shrimp, but some seem sluggish. What am I missing?


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Thanks so much for the feedback, it's been incredibly helpful in fine-tuning my plans for this tank. I appreciate your honesty and the time you took to break down the potential issues with my original setup.

Re: Feedback on Plans for 125 Gallon

Thanks for your reply. I appreciate your honesty and concern for the well-being of the Discus in my planned setup. I think I may have given you the wrong impression about my intended tank setup. As I delved deeper into researching the needs of Discus, I realized ...

I'm excited to share my plans for a new 125-gallon tank, and I'd love to get your thoughts and input. As a relatively experienced fishkeeper, but a Discus newbie, I want to make sure I get everything just right for these beautiful fish. The tank's dimensions are 72.5"x18.5"x23.5" (LxWxH), and I've ...