YouTube

Lexat · Post by **Lexat** » Mon Aug 19, 2024 11:29 pm

I recently fell into the YouTube vortex in search of reliable discus information. It wasn't until I stumbled upon a video featuring Alex Piwowarski that I found something worthwhile. He made a point that really resonated with me - 90% of what you see online is incorrect. This got me thinking about our experiences with discus three decades ago, and I'm disappointed to say that not much seems to have changed.

Jumper · Post by **Jumper** » Tue Aug 20, 2024 1:46 am

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That's why forums are the way to go - you get actual discussion and facts, rather than relying on social media platforms like Facebook.

Lexat · Post by **Lexat** » Tue Aug 20, 2024 3:01 am

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I avoid Facebook altogether, no interest in it.

lunar · Post by **lunar** » Tue Aug 20, 2024 3:56 am

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Honestly, who takes Facebook seriously? I mean, it's all about the pretty pictures, right?

novaby · Post by **novaby** » Tue Aug 20, 2024 5:50 am

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Originally posted by lunar

Come on you don’t believe Facebook!! All da pretty pictures

Honestly, the medium may have changed, but the impact remains the same. I'm sure I'm not the only one here who was captivated by discus after seeing a stunning image of turquoise discus in an Amano forest scape, complete with a lush carpet.

Lexat · Post by **Lexat** » Tue Aug 20, 2024 8:23 am

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I recall having a 135-gallon tank years ago, planted with sword plants and a few Wattley discus - it was a real showstopper. I made the rookie mistake of checking the pH, and when I saw it was around 5, I panicked. In my inexperience, I ripped out the gravel and plants, despite the discus and plants thriving. That was a costly lesson - I learned to focus on the fish, not the numbers.