marksdiscus.com discus of Brooklyn NY

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discus and angelfish.
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Here is some basic information:
Proper acclimation is very important that is why you should not mix new fish with
other fish once you receive them. Open the shipping boxes as soon as you get
them. Fish that is just arrived did not see the light for at least 12 hours, so in order
for you to avoid unnecessary stress try to open the box in the less lighted area.
Then carefully open the bags place the fish into the 5 to 10 gallon aquarium with
air stone, cut the bags carefully and transfer the fish . While the water is
dripping(2 to 3 drops per second) from your tank into the small provided tank,
check the ph and the temperature -/+ 2, 3 degree is normally acceptable. It should
take about 10 to 15 minutes for the whole process. Discus usually become very
shy and little dark; they also tend to hide , don't worry it is normal for them. It
usually takes 2 to 5 days for them to swim freely and develop normal colors. Angels
on the other hand will not change the colors nor they will hide. They might swim in
one area until they get comfortable with their surroundings.

It is preferred for discus to keep temperature anywhere from 82 to 86 , ph 5.5 to
7.0, gh 200 to 340 ppm, dch 1 to 3 with frequent water changes, as frequent as
possible . For young ones it is better to have water changes up to 5 times a week,
this will keep them happy and healthy. Change about 30 to 70 % until they get 3 to
4 inches. It is important because the water change takes away all the toxins,
nitrates and uneaten food which brings ammonia high. When they reach 3 to
3.5,,or can slow it down by 2 to 3 times a week up to 60 % with water conditioners
added.
Angels prefer 78 to 82 , ph 5.9 to 6.8. with good amount of oxygen. Angels do not
require frequent water changes maybe once or twice in ten days; it all depends on
the size of the aquarium, number of fish and filtering system you use.

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