How to Raise Discus Fishes
  • 1. What is the ideal temperature range for a Discus tank?
A) 88-92°F (31-33°C)
B) 76-80°F (24-27°C)
C) 70-74°F (21-23°C)
D) 82-86°F (28-30°C)
  • 2. What is the recommended pH level for Discus?
A) 8.5 - 9.0
B) 5.0 - 5.5
C) 6.0 - 7.0
D) 7.5 - 8.5
  • 3. What type of water is best for Discus?
A) Tap water without treatment
B) Hard, alkaline water
C) Brackish water
D) Soft, acidic water
  • 4. How often should you perform water changes in a Discus tank?
A) 25-50% weekly
B) No water changes needed
C) 10% monthly
D) 50% monthly
  • 5. What is a common disease that affects Discus?
A) Fin Rot
B) Hexamita (Hole-in-the-Head)
C) Ich (White Spot Disease)
D) Velvet
  • 6. What is a good food source for Discus?
A) Beefheart mix
B) Goldfish flakes
C) Vegetable pellets
D) Bread crumbs
  • 7. What is the minimum tank size for a group of 5-6 Discus?
A) 20 gallons
B) 10 gallons
C) 40 gallons
D) 75 gallons
  • 8. What type of filtration is essential for a Discus tank?
A) Sponge and Biological filtration
B) No filtration required
C) Internal power filter only
D) Undergravel filtration
  • 9. What does 'stress' do to Discus fish?
A) Makes them more aggressive
B) Improves their color
C) Weakens the immune system
D) Makes them grow faster
  • 10. Why should you quarantine new Discus fish?
A) To save space
B) To encourage breeding
C) To make them feel comfortable
D) To prevent disease outbreaks
  • 11. What is the ideal substrate for a Discus tank?
A) Large rocks
B) Crushed coral
C) Bare bottom or fine sand
D) Coarse gravel
  • 12. How do you acclimate new Discus to a tank?
A) Pour them directly into the tank
B) Float the bag for 5 minutes
C) Drip acclimation
D) Turn off the lights for 24 hours
  • 13. What is a sign of healthy Discus?
A) Bright colors and active swimming
B) Lying on the bottom
C) Clamped fins and hiding
D) Erratic swimming
  • 14. What type of lighting is suitable for Discus?
A) Low to moderate lighting
B) UVB lighting
C) Very bright lighting
D) No lighting needed
  • 15. What can cause Discus to lose their color?
A) Overfeeding
B) Stress or poor water quality
C) Old age
D) Too much light
  • 16. What tankmates are generally NOT recommended for Discus?
A) Aggressive or nippy fish
B) Tetras
C) Plecos
D) Corydoras
  • 17. How do Discus typically reproduce?
A) Build bubble nests
B) Scatter eggs on the substrate
C) Livebearers
D) Lay eggs on a vertical surface
  • 18. What is the purpose of a spawning cone?
A) Provides a surface for Discus to lay eggs on
B) Hides the fish
C) Adds oxygen to the water
D) Filters the water
  • 19. What is the role of parental care in Discus?
A) Parents eat the eggs
B) Parents ignore the eggs
C) Parents only care for the eggs, not the fry
D) Parents care for the eggs and fry
  • 20. What do Discus fry feed on initially?
A) Brine shrimp
B) Flake food
C) Secretion from the parents' skin
D) Vegetable matter
  • 21. What is the purpose of peat in a Discus tank?
A) Adds nutrients to the water
B) Raises pH and hardens water
C) Kills bacteria
D) Lowers pH and softens water
  • 22. What is an indication of internal parasites in Discus?
A) White, stringy feces
B) Bulging eyes
C) Bright red gills
D) Rapid breathing
  • 23. What is the best way to avoid diseases in Discus?
A) Ignore water changes
B) Keep the temperature low
C) Maintain excellent water quality
D) Overmedicate the tank
  • 24. What is the importance of aeration in a Discus tank?
A) Lowers oxygen levels
B) Increases pH
C) Decreases pH
D) Increases oxygen levels
  • 25. What is the recommended stocking density for Discus?
A) 1 adult Discus per 10 gallons
B) 20 adult Discus per 10 gallons
C) 5 adult Discus per 10 gallons
D) 10 adult Discus per 10 gallons
  • 26. Why is it important to use RO/DI water for Discus?
A) Raises the pH
B) Lowers the temperature
C) Adds minerals to the water
D) Removes harmful chemicals and minerals
  • 27. What is a good practice for introducing food?
A) Feed small amounts multiple times a day
B) Feed one large meal a day
C) Leave food in the tank all the time
D) Only feed once a week
  • 28. What plants are suitable for a Discus tank?
A) Saltwater mangroves
B) Amazon Swords and Anubias
C) Duckweed and Water Hyacinth
D) Cattails and Reeds
  • 29. What is the 'pigeon blood' gene associated with in Discus?
A) Increased susceptibility to peppering
B) Faster growth rate
C) Resistance to disease
D) Enhanced color intensity
  • 30. What is 'peppering' in Discus?
A) Red spots caused by bacteria
B) Black spots caused by pigment cells
C) Iridescent scales caused by genetics
D) White spots caused by a parasite
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