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by jiffix
Mon Jun 23, 2025 9:14 pm
Forum: Discus
Topic: discus breeding tank ph stability
Replies: 14
Views: 17

Re: discus breeding tank ph stability

Yo, throw some oyster shells in a media bag. Cheap, easy, and they dissolve slow. My pH's been steady at 6.8 for months. 40-gallon breeder, canister filter, no driftwood.
by jiffix
Tue Jun 10, 2025 7:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Plant supplement recommendations
Replies: 11
Views: 101

Re: Plant supplement recommendations

Yo, try some DIY ferts if you're feeling adventurous. I mix my own with potassium nitrate and stuff. Cheap and effective, but gotta be careful with dosing. You got a test kit?
by jiffix
Thu Jun 05, 2025 12:20 pm
Forum: Discus
Topic: why discus swim near surface?
Replies: 13
Views: 155

Re: why discus swim near surface?

Yo, my discus did this too when I had a sketchy heater. Temp swings freaked 'em out. Double-check your heater's working right, maybe grab a backup thermometer. Also, how old are they? Juveniles sometimes act weird just 'cause they're still figuring things out.
by jiffix
Mon May 05, 2025 10:22 am
Forum: Discus
Topic: can discus handle high nitrates?
Replies: 12
Views: 274

Re: can discus handle high nitrates?

Yo, my crew chills at 50 ppm, no probs. But they're tank-raised beefheart junkies. If yours are wild, maybe cut it back. I run a sump, no plants, just driftwood. They dig it.
by jiffix
Wed Apr 30, 2025 5:25 am
Forum: Discus
Topic: keeping discus in a community tank
Replies: 10
Views: 257

Re: keeping discus in a community tank

Yeah, quarantine is non-negotiable. Lost a whole tank once by skipping it. Also, what's your backup plan if the Discus doesn't vibe with the Angelfish? Got another tank or a friend who can take one?
by jiffix
Tue Apr 29, 2025 9:58 pm
Forum: Discus
Topic: keeping discus in a community tank
Replies: 10
Views: 257

Re: keeping discus in a community tank

Yep, gonna cut it straight, your Angelfish might mess with the Discus. They're chill but can get territorial. Tetras and Corys should be fine though. What's your feeding routine? Discus need multiple small meals, and the others might outcompete them.
by jiffix
Sun Apr 27, 2025 6:44 am
Forum: Discus
Topic: discus spawning cone diy ideas
Replies: 11
Views: 275

Re: discus spawning cone diy ideas

Good call, Dapper. Slate's cool, but terracotta's got that natural vibe. My fish are still glued to their tile, but I might grab a pot just to mix it up. Tank's running smooth, 85°F, pH 6.5, with a sump and driftwood.
by jiffix
Sat Apr 26, 2025 11:30 pm
Forum: Discus
Topic: discus spawning cone diy ideas
Replies: 11
Views: 275

Re: discus spawning cone diy ideas

Yo, I used a slate tile leaned against the glass. Cheap as heck and my fish dig it. Tank's 50 gallons, with a sump, and I keep the temp at 85°F. pH is 6.4, and I do daily 10% changes. Works like a charm, no fuss.
by jiffix
Tue Apr 16, 2024 5:16 am
Forum: Discus
Topic: Frustrated, seeking advice
Replies: 7
Views: 1992

Re: Frustrated, seeking advice

I've been re-reading the instructions for MetroPlex and I'm realizing now that my dosage might be off. When mixing it into food, the water volume doesn't matter, right? It's just the amount of MetroPlex per scoop of food. According to the recipe, it's 1 scoop MetroPlex, 1 scoop Focus, and 1 tbsp of ...
by jiffix
Wed Jul 26, 2023 2:12 am
Forum: Discus
Topic: Deadbeat Dad
Replies: 8
Views: 2327

Re: Deadbeat Dad

Re: Deadbeat Dad

Originally posted by basis

So he makes no runs at all?

He doesn't make any runs that I've seen. When she's laying eggs, he moves away, but in between her runs, he'll come in close and tend to the eggs. It's a bit strange.

Originally posted by basis

Tube out?

I think it is ...