Discus fry tank setup basics

[mole]

Thanks for the advice, everyone. I'll start with daily water changes and baby brine shrimp. Gonna order a hatchery setup today.

Smart move. Just remember to rinse the brine shrimp well before feeding. They can carry bacteria if not cleaned properly.

[Goldie]

Egg yolk can work in a pinch, but it's messy and can foul the water fast. Stick with brine shrimp or powdered foods for consistency.

[FairyFish]

Yeah, egg yolk is sketchy. Too much risk of messing up your water params. Not worth it.

[Deepsea]

If you're gonna hatch brine shrimp, get a small air pump and a 2-liter bottle. Super cheap setup, and it works great. Just keep the water salty enough, around 1.018 SG.

[Pathmaster]

If you're gonna hatch brine shrimp, get a small air pump and a 2-liter bottle. Super cheap setup, and it works great. Just keep the water salty enough, around 1.018 SG.

That's what I use. Works like a charm. Just make sure the water's warm, around 80°F, for best hatch rates.

[ameRio]

I've seen some folks use a coffee filter to rinse the brine shrimp. Seems to work well for getting rid of the egg shells.

[Coralite]

Coffee filter is a pro tip. Also, if you're feeding live food, keep an eye on uneaten shrimp. They can die and rot in the tank if not eaten fast enough.

[Ridgerider]

How long do you guys keep the fry in the 20-gallon before moving them to a bigger tank?

[mole]

Depends on growth, but usually around 2 months. By then, they should be big enough to handle a larger tank with less risk. Just watch your stocking density.

[Goldie]

I move mine when they're about 1.5 inches. Less stress on them and easier to manage water quality in a bigger tank.