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Eheim's a good brand, but still worth double checking. Parasites are a solid guess too. If it's not that, maybe they're just being fussy. Discus can have weird vibes sometimes.

Yeah, stress is a big one. Also check your water changes. If you're slacking, the TDS might be creeping up. I do 50% changes twice a week with RO water, keeps 'em happy. What's your WC routine?

Aight, so no driftwood for now. What about plants? I've seen some breeders use Java fern or Anubias. They're low-maintenance and won't mess with your water. You got any in there, sunsets?

Yo, I've had success with a similar setup. Driftwood's a vibe, just make sure it's boiled first to avoid tannins messing with your params. Beef heart's clutch for conditioning, but don't overdo it. How often you gonna do water changes? I do 50% every other day when prepping for spawn.

Re: Local Pet shop closed?

Around Wilmington, NC, we've got "The Fish Room" which is top-notch. Although they primarily focus on saltwater, the staff is super friendly and can order freshwater stock if you ask. They've also got multiple locations in NC - one in Cary and another in Raleigh, and I'm ...