Description
Scientific Name: Symphysodon
Common Name: Marlboro Red Discus
Adult Size: 6–8 inches (15–20 cm)
Life Expectancy:10–12 years with optimal care
Tank Requirements
Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons for a small group (6 individuals recommended for comfort and social behavior)
Ideal Temperature: 82–88°F (28–31°C)
pH Range: 6.0–7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Water Hardness: 1–8 dGH (soft water preferred)
Temperament: Peaceful and shy, but can be territorial when breeding
Best kept in groups of their own kind
Can be kept with other peaceful species that can tolerate high temperatures (e.g., cardinal tetras, rummy nose tetras)
Diet & Nutrition
Omnivorous, requiring a balanced, protein-rich diet:
High-quality discus pellets or flakes
Frozen foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and beef heart (occasionally)
Live foods for conditioning, especially when breeding
