Can Angelfish Live With Discus?
Angelfish and Discus may coexist with careful monitoring, adequate space, and hiding spots.
Conditions: Minimum 55 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
Tank Requirements for Angelfish + Discus
To keep Angelfish and Discus together, you need at minimum a 55 gallon tank. Angelfish should be kept in a school of 5+. Discus should be kept in a school of 5+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Angelfish
Pterophyllum scalare
The Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its silver, black stripes (many color variants) coloration. Iconic tall-bodied cichlid. Mid.
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Symphysodon spp.
The Discus (Symphysodon spp.) is a advanced freshwater species known for its multi-color (red, blue, brown, green variants) coloration. King of freshwater fish. Mid.
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