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It's all about the Tetras you pick. Embers, Cardinals, or Rummy Nose are solid. Avoid Serpae or Black Skirts—they nip fins. My 120 gallon has 8 Discus and 20 Cardinals, zero issues. Keep the tank heavily planted for hiding spots. Oh, and overfilter—Discus are messy eaters.

Your GH and KH are fine for Discus, honestly. They're adaptable as long as params stay stable. RO water's overkill unless you're breeding. Focus on temp (86°F), clean water, and quality food. What's your feeding routine? Mine get frozen bloodworms, beef heart mix, and pellets twice a day. Growth ...

Re: Has anyone tried to breed Albino Platinums?

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Re: Has anyone tried to breed Albino Platinums?

Congrats on the spawn, Rufus. I've been searching for albino pairs myself and I know how tough it can be. I'd recommend trying Don's method, and also experiment with color LED lights to see if that helps with the fry attachment. Keeping the water ...