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Thanks for the tips, everyone. Gonna look into a pump setup like Jazzman and silverbob mentioned. Appreciate the help!

What's the best setup for water changes in a 75-gallon Discus tank? I've been using a Python no-spill system, but it's kinda slow. My fish get stressed when the temp fluctuates too much. Current setup: Eheim 2217 canister, sand substrate, driftwood, and a few Amazon swords. Water params are good, 0 ...

Thanks for the advice, everyone. I'll grab the API kit and maybe try the Salifert later. My Discus are still young, about 3 inches, and I feed them beef heart mix twice a day. Gotta keep their water pristine.


Yep, beef heart's great for growth, but watch the waste. I do 50% water changes three ...

Yeah, the API kit's decent, but if you wanna go fancy, the Salifert kits are top-notch. They're pricier, but the precision's worth it, especially for nitrates. My Discus are in a 90-gallon with driftwood and Java ferns, and I test weekly. Also, keep an eye on your KH and GH if your tap water's ...

limber wrote: ↑Sat May 17, 2025 8:10 am Yo, moss balls are chill but they hate stagnant water. If your flow's too low, they'll collect gunk and go brown. Maybe bump up the filter output or give 'em a lil swirl now and then.

That's a good point. I've noticed mine do better near the filter outflow. Maybe try repositioning yours?

Thanks for the insights, everyone. I think I'll give the Red Turquoise a try and see how they do in my setup. I'll keep an eye on the water quality and adjust the lighting if needed.

I've been keeping Discus for about a year now, and I'm curious about the differences in color strains. My current tank has a mix of Blue Diamonds and Pigeon Bloods, but I'm thinking of adding some Red Turquoise. Anyone have experience with how these strains compare in terms of vibrancy and stability ...

faldo wrote: ↑Sun Apr 27, 2025 3:45 am Thanks for the suggestions, everyone. I'll try the terracotta first and see how it goes. Appreciate the help!

No problem! Let us know how it works out. My pair's already gearing up for another spawn, so the terracotta must be doing something right.

I've had good luck with terracotta pots cut in half. They're cheap and easy to find. Just make sure to sand the edges smooth so your fish don't get hurt. My pair laid eggs on one last week, and the fry are doing great. Tank's at 82°F, with a canister filter and driftwood.