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Red Turquoise Discus

Symphysodon sp.

AnimaliaChordataActinopterygiiCichliformesCichlidae

Variety of Discus · Red Turquoise

📍 Captive-bred

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The Red Turquoise Discus features a deep red base colour overlaid with intricate turquoise-blue striations across the body and fins. One of the most striking natural-pattern strains, combining warm and cool tones.

Size6"
Min Tank55g
peaceful
Zonemid

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Quick Facts

pH
5.5–7.0
diet
carnivore/high-protein
maxSize
6 inches
minTankSize
55 gallons
temperature
82–88°F (28–31°C)

Water it likes

ph
5.5–7.0
ammonia
0 ppm
nitrate
<10 ppm
hardness
1–8 dGH
temperature
82–88°F (28–31°C)

Temperature

82–88°F

28–31°C

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Kept by0 hobbyists