Calico Discus Symphysodon sp.
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Symphysodon sp.
Origin region
Amazon Basin, South America
Care level
Moderate
Level in tank
Mid
Adult size (cm)
20.00
Minimum tank (L)
250
Temperament
Peaceful but territorial when breeding
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
26.0–30.0
pH
6.00–7.50
GH (dGH)
1.0–8.0
KH (dKH)
1.0–5.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–1.00
Habitat & environment
Amazon Basin, South America
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful but territorial when breeding
Breeding & care
Pairs form and spawn on flat surfaces; parental care with mucus feeding.
Notes
Mixed patchwork of colours, calico style.