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Hey guys, thanks for your advice so far, much appreciated. Sharn – good question, planted or barebottom tank? I would go for a planted tank as it looks more natural but will prepare to strip it bare if it’s getting messy. Yes, extra water changes, thanks for reminding me. :-? Ron – what’s their growth rate? In a planted tank, water changes 3 times a week, feed twice daily and weekly treat of live feed. I would like to gauge how long I could keep them in the tank (6 x 6cm) before I need to upgrade to a bigger tank.

Generally what’s their age when the reach 6cm? Do their colours starting to show at this age/size?

What’s the fish size I should get for this tank if I were to start with 4?

Yes, I'm going to set up the tank and let it sits for a month so that I could check the water parameter. Correct me if i'm wrong, Angel fish do share the same water condition as Discus, might start with a pair of Angel fish first.

Maybe 2 pairs of younger one to start with. I’ll definitely upgrade to a bigger tank if they managed to live and outgrown the current one.

I’ve been admiring my virtual discus for many years and now it’s the time for the real thing. My new tank is approximately 150lt measuring 750(L) x 420(W) x 560(H). Do you think I could fit 6 in this tank? Or, maybe 4 are more appropriate for this size? I prefer my discus with solid colour so red, blue and gold would go well together. Any suggestions on the discus strains that fall into these colour categories? Probably it’ll cost me an arm and a leg if I’m buying all six together but I’ll consider it as my Christmas present. :lol: Could any one recommend some good and reputable breeders around Auckland area? One last question, is there a discus fish club in NZ that I can join? I’m looking forward to reading your advice and commends. Thanks in advance.

I’ve been enjoying my virtual pet simulation game AquaZone for years, breeding different strains of guppy, marbled angel, god fish, discus … It’s great fun but I guess it’s nothing compared to the real thing. So ….. it’s time …. for the ….. real experience!! Yes, I’m picking up my new 150lt thank this Sunday and am going for Discus. Ya, ya, I need all the advise I could get so I’m here. Don’t laugh if I ask silly questions. :oops: