What is the size of discus?

8.6 inches
The modern discus used in men’s competition is circular, about 219 mm (8.6 inches) in diameter and 44 mm (1.75 inches) thick at its centre. It is made of wood or similar material, with a smooth metal rim and small, circular brass plates set flush into its sides. Its weight must be not less than 2 kg (4.4 pounds).

What size tank do I need for 5 discus?

Most discus in the common aquarium max out at 4.5-6 inches. Based on this size range, the minimum tank size would be a 55 gallon tank, but the bigger the better for these guys. 3-5 discus should be doable in a 55gal aquarium as long as water changes are kept up with.

What size tank is good for discus fish?

Discus grow to be quite large and require an aquarium of 75 gallons or larger when full grown. Tall aquariums are best to accommodate their body shape.

How old is a 2 inch discus fish?

A 2 ½ inch discus fish is only three months old when they are shipped to customers. The growth rate from 2 ½ inch to 4 inch keeping the fish in a small aquarium will only take four more months.

How old is a 5 inch discus?

It is important for keeper’s to remember that Discus are social fish and enjoy being a part of a group. However, with that in mind, up to 3-5 Discus thrive in a 50-60-gallon tank….Choose Your Preferred Size of Fish.

Age of Fish Size in Inches
9 Months 4.5”
12 Months 5.5”
18 Months 6”
24 Months 6.5”+

How fast does discus grow?

They are fully grown at the age of approximately 2 to 2.5 years! To ensure the steady and stable growth of our discus fish, we recommend continuing to feed 3 daily meals of our STENDKER Discus Feed.

Can I keep 1 discus?

(That’s why people recommend doing all those frequent water changes.) Many customers ask us, “Can I keep one discus?” Technically, the answer is yes. For example, dogs are technically pack animals, yet many people keep just one and then leave them home all day by themselves. It’s not ideal, but it’s doable.

Can I keep a single discus?

How big is a discus at 12 months?

This can be an issue if there are much larger Discus in the tank. It is best to keep Discus sizes within 1” of each other in order to reduce aggression and maintain tranquility in the tank. Small discus typically range from 2.5-3.5″….Choose Your Preferred Size of Fish.

Age of Fish Size in Inches
9 Months 4.5”
12 Months 5.5”
18 Months 6”
24 Months 6.5”+