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Thanks for the tips, everyone. Gonna try 50% changes every other day and monitor their behavior. Also switching to a mix of beef heart and pellets. Appreciate the help!


Good call on the beef heart—it's a game-changer for growth. Just don't overdo it, or you'll cloud the water fast. Keep us ...

Twice a week is solid, but with Discus, bigger changes are better. I do 50% every 3 days in my 100-gallon. They're super sensitive to buildup, even if params look fine. What's your temp at? They like it hot, around 84-86°F. Also, how's your feeding routine? Overfeeding can mess with water quality ...

Smart move. If you do decide to add one later, keep an eye on feeding time. Discus are slow eaters, and Angels can hog the food. I feed mine in different corners of the tank to avoid competition.

Yep, they can live together if conditions are right. I've kept Discus and Angelfish in a 90 gallon for two years now. Key is matching the water params, especially temp and pH. My Angels are chill with the Discus, but I'd avoid adding small Angels, they might get bullied. Also, make sure your tank's ...

Hi everyone, I'm reaching out for some help with one of my Stendker Checkerboards. Over the past few weeks, I've noticed he's losing his distinctive red markings - it started around the center of his sides and seems to be moving outward. He's about 5 years old, and apart from this color change ...