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Thanks for the suggestions! I'll start with a group of Cardinals and Sterbai. How many of each would you recommend for a 55 with 6 Discus?


I'd do 15 Cardinals and 6 Sterbai. That keeps the bioload manageable and gives them room to school. Just watch the feeding, Discus are slow eaters, so ...

Cardinal Tetras are a solid choice. They thrive in the same warm, soft water as Discus and add color without competing for space. I've kept 20 in my 55 with no issues, just make sure they're well-fed to avoid nipping. Also, consider Corydoras Sterbai for the bottom, they're hardy and won't mess with ...