Live Fish Random Discus (6-7 Cms) | Single

Random Discus are premium freshwater ornamental fish known for their distinctive round body shape, vibrant colors, and graceful swimming behavior. Each fish is selected randomly from available color varieties, making every purchase unique. Discus are highly valued by aquarium enthusiasts for their beauty, peaceful nature, and impressive appearance in planted aquariums.

Physical Features & Appearance

• Disc-Shaped Body: Extremely flattened from the sides, forming a near-perfect circular profile.
• Vibrant Color Schemes: Available in a spectrum of blues, reds, greens, oranges, and yellows.
• Intricate Body Patterns: Adorned with striking metallic striations, wavy lines, spots, or dark vertical stress bars used for natural camouflage.
• Continuous Fins: Elongated dorsal and anal fins closely mirror each other, accentuating their rounded shape.
• Vivid Eyes: Distinctive, bright red or orange eyes that strongly contrast with their body coloration.
• Dynamic Pigmentation: Capable of darkening or brightening their color intensities based on mood, health, social rank, or stress.

Behavioral Characteristics

• Peaceful & Social: Gentle, slow-moving schoolers that must be kept in groups of at least 5 to 6 to thrive.
• Shy & Timid: Highly sensitive to sudden light changes, loud sounds, or heavy foot traffic, causing them to hide quickly.
• Tank Hierarchy: Establish a clear internal social pecking order within their group where the dominant leader displays the brightest colors.
• Owner Recognition: Highly intelligent cichlids that can learn to recognize their owners and respond to regular feeding schedules.
• Monogamous Breeders: Form strong, dedicated pairs that aggressively guard their specific breeding territory.

Quick Facts

Scientific Name: Symphysodon spp.
Common Name: Discus Fish
Water Type: Freshwater
Temperament: Peaceful
Adult Size: Up to 8 inches (20 cm)
Lifespan: 8–15 years
Diet: Omnivore
Tank Level: Mid-Water Swimmer
Temperature: 28°C–30°C
pH Range: 6.0–7.5
Minimum Tank Size: 50 Gallons (190 Liters)
Difficulty Level: Moderate to Advanced
Best Kept In: Groups of 5 or more
Origin: Amazon River Basin, South America