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Super Red Melon Discus
28–32°C · pH 5.5–7 · 250L
£57.99£93.99
Pigeon Checkerboard Discus is a patterned domestic Symphysodon strain with expert care needs, warm stable water, 250 litres or more and calm tank mates.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Symphysodon spp. (domestic discus strain)
Pigeon Checkerboard Discus bond and breed in male/female pairs — buying a pair gives them the social structure they need.
Pigeon Checkerboard Discus is a patterned domestic Symphysodon strain with expert care needs, warm stable water, 250 litres or more and calm tank mates.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Photos are AI-enhanced, so the animal may show subtle colour or marking differences.
Keep the king of the aquarium — Discus Fish are striking South American cichlids for experienced keepers. Soft warm water, group living, and patience required. UK delivery available.
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Pigeon Checkerboard Discus earns its name from the patterned domestic discus look rather than from a separate scientific species. This is a domestic discus colour strain in the genus Symphysodon; the strain name stays in the customer-facing title, while the scientific anchor is Symphysodon spp. (domestic discus strain).
The checkerboard markings reward close viewing as the fish turns through the middle of the aquarium, especially in a calm display with steady lighting. Expect a peaceful mid-water cichlid with expert-level needs: warm, stable water, careful acclimatisation, disciplined maintenance and a mature aquarium of at least 250 litres.
Tank mates should be quiet and warm-water tolerant: other peaceful discus, cardinal tetras, rummy-nose tetras, Corydoras, Otocinclus and gentle dwarf cichlids are safer choices than nippy, aggressive, coldwater or hard-water fish.
Before ordering, check that your aquarium can hold 25-29C at pH 6.0-7.5 without sudden swings. We dispatch livestock by licensed live-animal courier when conditions are suitable, and the order is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee when the delivery guidance is followed.
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