Symphisodon aequifasciata (Green discus)

The body strongly flattened laterally, as high as long, has a very rounded shape. The uniform brown dominant color is dotted with a few blue lines on the marginal parts. The sides are striped vertically by nine dark bands, which can disappear depending on the mood of the fish. The dorsal and anal fins are tinged with blue bordered with orange red, the ventrals are red.

The aequifasciata symphisodon, more commonly known as the blue discus, is a freshwater fish from warm and shallow waters of the Amazon, in South America. This fish belongs to the cichlid family, which also includes other popular fish such as Angelfish and Oscars.

The blue discus is recognized for its round shape and its shiny blue color. It measures approximately 20 centimeters in length and weighs approximately 400 grams. Its head is wide and flat, with round and expressive eyes, and it has a mouth in the shape of a beak which allows it to filter the foods of the current. Its caudal fin is also characteristic, with well -defined upper and lower lobes which give it a disc appearance of which its name.

The blue discus is a gregarious fish, which means that it likes to live in a group with other fish from its species. In captivity, it is recommended to maintain at least three fish together in a well planted aquarium, in order to create a natural and pleasant environment for them. The blue discus needs hot and well -filtered water, with a water temperature between 26 and 30 degrees Celsius and a pH between 6 and 7. It is also important to maintain a low level of nitrates in the 'Aquarium because they are sensitive to this element.

The blue discus is an omnivorous fish that feeds mainly on plankton, invertebrates and small fish in its natural habitat. In captivity, it can be nourished with foods designed for cichlid fish, such as pellets, tablets and cooked cucumbers. It is important to vary your diet regularly to provide it with complete and balanced nutrition.

Blue discus is an easy -style reproductive fish in captivity, and it is known for its delicate and attentive laying. The female generally lays between 100 and 200 eggs on a flat surface such as a plant sheet or a flat stone. The male and the female ensure custody of eggs and young people until they are ready to be released in the aquarium.