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by turret
Sat Apr 26, 2025 8:16 am
Forum: Discus
Topic: why is discus color fading fast?
Replies: 6
Views: 15

Re: why is discus color fading fast?



That's sketchy. How old are they? Juveniles can fade if they're stressed or not getting enough protein. What's your water change routine like? I had a similar issue when I was slacking on changes, even with good params. Also, any new tankmates or changes to the lighting?


They're about 8 ...
by turret
Sat Apr 26, 2025 5:05 am
Forum: Discus
Topic: why is discus color fading fast?
Replies: 6
Views: 15

Re: why is discus color fading fast?

Color loss is often tied to water quality or diet. Check your TDS and pH stability. Discus are sensitive to fluctuations. Your nitrate is fine, but what's your KH and GH? Low mineral content can stress them. Also, consider adding a carotenoid supplement to their food. Spirulina or astaxanthin can ...
by turret
Tue Oct 10, 2023 9:25 pm
Forum: Discus
Topic: Blue Snakeskin darting around tank
Replies: 2
Views: 817

Re: Blue Snakeskin darting around tank

Re: Blue Snakeskin darting around tank

Thanks for the response, I've been doing some reading since my post yesterday.
by turret
Tue Oct 10, 2023 4:24 pm
Forum: Discus
Topic: Blue Snakeskin darting around tank
Replies: 2
Views: 817

Blue Snakeskin darting around tank

I've had my 75 gallon tank set up for years with five adult discus. Recently, I noticed my two year old blue snake skin acting strangely - darting around the tank like crazy. At first, I didn't think much of it, but now I've seen he's got visible scrapes from crashing into things.

Everyone else in ...