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Thanks for all the suggestions, everyone. I'll try cleaning the filter media and adding purigen first. If that doesn't work, I'll look into a UV sterilizer. Appreciate the help!

My discus tank has been cloudy for weeks now. I do weekly 50% water changes, use a Fluval 407 canister filter, and keep the temp at 84°F. Tank is 75 gallons with 6 discus, some cardinal tetras, and a few corydoras. Substrate is sand, and I have some driftwood and Amazon swords. Parameters are 0 ...

Coralite wrote: ↑Sat May 03, 2025 7:59 am Thanks for all the suggestions, everyone. Gonna check the filter flow and test the heater first. Appreciate the help!

Let us know what you find. Also, consider adding some tall plants if flow is the issue. Gives them breaks from the current.

Could be a few things. First, check if they're showing any signs of stress like clamped fins or rapid breathing. How old are they? Juveniles might just be chilling, but adults doing this could signal trouble. Also, what's your water change routine? Discus are super sensitive to water quality, even ...

Re: How long have you been without power?

We've been fortunate in south Denver - 17 years at this address, and our longest power outage has been about half an hour. My wife and I recently discussed getting a backup generator, given my renewed interest in discus. We've since purchased one, which is ...