Fishy tales from the Aquarium

A laterally compressed body shape, and almost absent extended finnage gives the discus a more rounded shape. It is this body shape from which their common name, “discus”, is derived. They are very slow moving fishes, and are a delight to watch.
They are excellent community fish, but require smaller and non-aggressive companions to be their best – think neon or cardinal tetras. Originating from South America, the sides of the fish are frequently patterned in shades of green, red, brown, and blue, and they grow to about 20-25 cm in diameter.
Feed them a high-protein diet to ensure a good coloration and quick growth. They are often fed beef or pork heart, but a diet of krill, does just as well. In fact, they eat just about anything – Black worms, bloodworms, brine shrimp, mosquito larvae, flake food, etc.
While looking for discus in Mumbai, I came across Online Discus, which seems like a good source.

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