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Proper Diet For the Discus Fish


The Discus fish has its habitat in the South American waters of Brazil and Peru. Discus fish are classified as "grazers", and in the wild constantly forage for food. Discus are tall, and have a laterally compressed body. Their swim bladder is located on top of the stomach. They have small stomachs, and short digestive tracts, and with these small stomachs designed to hold small amounts of food, over feeding the Discus can be a problem. Even a minor case of constipation can cause serious problems for the Discus fish.

Diet for the Discus should be varied and contain the nutritional value that they need to survive. In a discussion with our breeder, Nick Lockhart of Perfection Discus, I asked him what he would recommend for the daily diet.

Nick feeds our Discus twice a day. He feeds live white worms generally twice per week. The white worms are cultured on site, and are kept refrigerated in a small apartment sized fridge, and temperature controlled by a device that uses a probe to maintain a temperature of approximately 55 to 65 degrees for best results.

Nick also uses bloodworms, plankton, white worms, Emerald Entree, mysis shrimp, and white mosquito larvae to give a varied diet. Emerald Entree is a good choice for Discus fish. Although originally formulated for marine fish, it has proven to be an excellent diet for freshwater fish. Emerald Entrée is fortified with omega-3 fatty acids such as EPA and DHA, which are proven to be important for optimal growth and disease prevention.

Discus fish and a lot of African cichlids eat a lot of blue green algae in the wild. Spirulina is a blue green algae, and has a special protein called Phycocyanin not found in another algae or terrestrial plants. Spirulina powder is readily available through most pet shops. Japanese scientists have linked Phycocyanin to improved kidney and liver function. Japanese fish farmers make extensive use of Spirulina, due to its positive effects on their fish.

Because good hygiene is of the utmost importance in the Discus tank, one should never feed more than the Discus can consume in approximately five minutes. As they are grazers, they tend to eat a bit slowly, so a little more time is needed to allow them to get their fill. I have read that it is good to allow a Discus to "fast" on occasion for up to two days, allowing them to get toxins flushed from the system. Nick has also stated that a fish can go two weeks without food, so skipping a day here and there is not really detrimental to the fish. Of course, you will not want to drive them to the point of starvation, but it will never harm the Discus to go for a day or two without food. It is much better to underfeed them a little than to over feed.

If care is taken, the discus will thrive in the aquarium. Much information is available for the potential Discus breeder, and a little common sense thrown in along the way wouldn't hurt either. As Discus are long-lived, the aquarist can have the enjoyment of these friendly fish for ten to twelve years.

Alden Smith is a published author, and has achieved Expert Author status on http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Alden_Smith&opt=admin. Alden has been marketing on the internet for 7 years. His website, King Discus, is an active gathering place for discus breeders and lovers of discus fish. His wife Betsy is the administrator of All The Best Recipes a site rich in online recipes and cookbooks.


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Pets at Home chain plans to open 40 new stores  BBC

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I live in my car with my pets – there's no shower or toilet but we save money  New York Post

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Is pet insurance worth it? Here's what you need to know before you buy coverage  CNBC

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Minnesota shelters, rescues see flood of pets in pandemic aftermath  Star Tribune

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Ohio Brewery's Clever Way of Giving Back to Shelter Pets Is Such a Hit  Yahoo Life

Pet scene: Summit County's adoptable pets for the week of May 28 - Summit Daily
Pet scene: Summit County's adoptable pets for the week of May 28  Summit Daily

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Fire destroys Swansea home leaving seven residents and several pets displaced  Fall River Reporter

Pet cat dies in overnight fire that damages Mount Vernon home - kwwl.com
Pet cat dies in overnight fire that damages Mount Vernon home  kwwl.com

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New Castle house fire kills multiple pets  WFMJ

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Poland's EU office wins praise as only Polish embassy in the world to welcome pets  Notes From Poland

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Scammers pose as Colorado animal shelters, targeting owners of lost pets  Denver 7 Colorado News

Ursula and more pets up for adoption in Phoenix-area shelters this week - The Arizona Republic
Ursula and more pets up for adoption in Phoenix-area shelters this week  The Arizona Republic

Paws off! Keeping your pets safe in the Texas heat - Spectrum News
Paws off! Keeping your pets safe in the Texas heat  Spectrum News

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Prep your pets for summer fun  WDIV ClickOnDetroit

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How to protect your pets from Kern’s summer heat  KGET 17

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How to protect your pets — and yourself — during a hurricane  Tampa Bay Times

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My View: Pets are great, until they're not  Buffalo News

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Rabid Cat Confirmed in Florence County; Four People and Eight ...  SCDHEC

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Here's What Really Happens To Pets Dumped In The Country  frontporchnewstexas.com

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Sheriff: Don't leave pets in hot vehicles  Nevada Appeal

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Pets and parked cars don't mix; temperature inside can soar quickly  NOLA.com

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Animal sanctuary's new food bank supports pets in low-income ...  Your Observer

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CVAS: Meet Luben James and Cue Ball, pets of the week  Franklin County Free Press

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Military Heroes - Pet Version  Alabama Public Radio

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This week's SPCA pets for adoption: Dior, Pelican, Diamond and Brian  The Ledger

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Pets of the Week: Meet William, Patty, Macadamia and Quartz ...  Natchez Democrat

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Ask an Army veterinarian: PCSing with pets | Article | The United ...  United States Army

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Tortoises are social, zippy pets  The Columbian

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Long-time dog lover and pet groomer opens Tidy Tails Mobile ...  Lexington Dispatch

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Rescue Cat Who Made It Into Film Festivals Wins Pet of the Week  Newsweek

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7 expert tips to help your pet live a healthy and long life  Hindustan Times

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Pets With Potential: Meet Skunk  WCAX

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Local veterinary clinic shares tips to keep your pets safe this Memorial Day  WFXRtv.com

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Featured pets — May 27 | Pets And Animals | fredericknewspost.com  Frederick News Post

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Scammers targeting Coloradans with missing pets seek payment for medical treatment of "found" furry friends  CBS News

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Peace, Love, & Pets: Turtle & Tortoise Sanctuary of Arroyo Grande  KCBX

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25 Amazing Animals that Are Illegal to Own as Pets in The US ...  Southwest Journal

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Hotels Roll Out the Red Carpet for Pets  The New York Times

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Pets can make aging easier, but they're expensive. CT volunteers ...  Connecticut Public

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Pets, Pets, Pets  Amityville Record

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Sunset Beach begins summer hours for pets on the sand  WWAY NewsChannel 3

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PetHub launches AI tools for pet owners  DVM 360

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Pets of the Week: 5-27-2023  YouTube

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All American Pet Resorts Expands its National Presence with Two New Locations Opening in North Carolina  Yahoo Finance

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Adoptable Pets in St. Petersburg This Week  The Gabber Newspaper

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Upper Mississippi Wildlife Refuge invites dog owners to sign pets up ...  News8000.com - WKBT

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Pets and veterans  DVM 360

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'We treat young folks in the city like pets' | Community activist talks curfew  Fox Baltimore

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How to Keep Your Pets Safe During Flea and Tick Season  ASPCA

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Several pets rescued from 2-alarm Pearl Street duplex fire  Manchester Ink Link

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Are Pets Allowed at Greece's Archaeological Sites? | Smart News  Smithsonian Magazine

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Funny Drawings of Adoptable Pets Stop Viewers in Their Tracks  Cole & Marmalade

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Flying, driving and AirBNBs: Tips to travel with your pet this summer  Arizona Big Media

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Pet Vet: Feline AIDS  WNDU

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Pizza for Pets program has saved 25 dogs, one cat since February ...  Observer News

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Denver Animal Shelter overcrowded with "alarming spike" in ...  Axios

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Owner of local pet cremation business accused of not cremating ...  WPSD Local 6

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Walmart will offer pet telehealth in latest bid to compete with Amazon  CNBC

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KC Pet Project at crisis capacity, offering $30 adoption specials on Memorial Day Weekend  KMBC Kansas City

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Register your child by June 8 to join the Laurel Festival Pet Parade  NorthcentralPA.com

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Need Emergency Pet Care? Here's How You Can Pay For It  News-Daily.com

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New Study: Having a Pet Dog May Increase Your Risk of a Sleep ...  SciTechDaily

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The Environmental Impact of Pets: Working Towards Sustainable ...  EARTH.ORG

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Proposed rental reforms to allow pets in properties  BBC

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San Jose Shelter in Crisis: Unprecedented Surge in Pet Surrenders  Hoodline

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HSOV improving alternatives to pet surrender | News, Sports, Jobs  Marietta Times

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Three-alarm fire at Millis apartment complex displaced 28 people ...  Milford Daily News

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Marion County Pets: Fettuccine, Moses, and Cello  WCJB

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Cleveland APL Pets of the Weekend: Jojo and Fifi  News 5 Cleveland WEWS

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Gracious people, interesting pets boost Lawrence volunteer's spirits ...  The Lawrence Times

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Lost Dog, Yorkshire Terrier in Aberdeen | Pets | thepilot.com  The Pilot

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Too many kittens. Overflow of pets has Tri-Cities Animal Shelter reaching for help  Yahoo News

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Lake Street Initiates Coverage of Petmed Express (PETS) with Buy ...  Nasdaq

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Pets perish in Fairmont fire  West Virginia MetroNews

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What Are the World's Smartest Pets and Animals?  Animals | HowStuffWorks

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Galveston Island Humane Society pets of the week  Galveston County Daily News

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22nd Annual Purina Cares Day Featured Food Distribution to ...  Canine Chronicle |

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Any day is a good day to adopt a rescue pet: May 27-28  SILive.com

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Pet of the week – Kizer – Welcome to San Bernardino County  main.sbcounty.gov

New Automatic 2-in-1 Pet Feeder and Water Dispenser launched - DVM 360
New Automatic 2-in-1 Pet Feeder and Water Dispenser launched  DVM 360

PAWS Pet of the Week: Summer - CBS News
PAWS Pet of the Week: Summer  CBS News

Pets of the week: Dora is a pint-sized pup. Emma has a cute meow - MLive.com
Pets of the week: Dora is a pint-sized pup. Emma has a cute meow  MLive.com

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'Scream' and 'Wednesday' Get Chia Pet Treatment for Halloween  Collider

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Pets of the Week | Lifestyle | djournal.com  Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal

Are Dutch Doors the Secret to a Prettier Home With Pets? - Better Homes & Gardens
Are Dutch Doors the Secret to a Prettier Home With Pets?  Better Homes & Gardens

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Japan Pet Grooming Products Market Report 2023: Competitive Landscape, Forecasts & Opportunities, 2018-2028F - Focus on Hokkaido & Tohoku, Chubu, Chugoku, & Kyushu  Yahoo Finance

Last Act of Love: Saying goodbye to your pets - WHP Harrisburg
Last Act of Love: Saying goodbye to your pets  WHP Harrisburg

Living Nightmare! Hammerhead flatworms invade Texas, can be harmful to your pets - abc7amarillo.com
Living Nightmare! Hammerhead flatworms invade Texas, can be harmful to your pets  abc7amarillo.com

FAQ about exotic pets - International Fund for Animal Welfare
FAQ about exotic pets  International Fund for Animal Welfare

Louisiana, Hurricane Prep for Pets Now Before a Storm Is Coming - 99.9 KTDY
Louisiana, Hurricane Prep for Pets Now Before a Storm Is Coming  99.9 KTDY

Alexandria Pet Of The Week: Pint-Sized Guinea Pig Love - Patch
Alexandria Pet Of The Week: Pint-Sized Guinea Pig Love  Patch

Saving pets' lives by paying the bill - University of California, Davis
Saving pets' lives by paying the bill  University of California, Davis

Rabid Raccoon Confirmed in Richland County; Three Pets Exposed - SCDHEC
Rabid Raccoon Confirmed in Richland County; Three Pets Exposed  SCDHEC

Pets produce as much pollution as private jets: luxury aviation boss - Business Insider
Pets produce as much pollution as private jets: luxury aviation boss  Business Insider

Can I Get Around a No-Pet Policy With an Emotional Support Animal? - The New York Times
Can I Get Around a No-Pet Policy With an Emotional Support Animal?  The New York Times

KCBD’s Pet of the Day: Meet Hurricane - KCBD
KCBD’s Pet of the Day: Meet Hurricane  KCBD

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4 ways Amazon devices help you keep an eye on your pets when ...  About Amazon

Cedar the Goat's Story Revealed Our Beliefs about Pets and Livestock - Scientific American
Cedar the Goat's Story Revealed Our Beliefs about Pets and Livestock  Scientific American

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New York Pet Gala Runway Uses Met Gala-Inspired Fashion  news9.com KWTV

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Photo Gallery: Athens Pets Will Melt Your Heart! - Flagpole  Flagpole Magazine

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Animal rescue group pleads with public to spay, neuter pets  WBRZ

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