Can Discus Live With Royal Gramma?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible temperatures. Discus needs 82–88°F, Royal Gramma needs 75–80°F.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Discus | Royal Gramma | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 81–88°F | 75–79°F | No overlap ✗ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 8.1–8.4 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | peaceful | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 7.9" | 3.1" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 53 gal | 30 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore | — |
| Care Level | advanced | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Discus
Symphysodon spp.
advancedsemi-aggressive53+ gal
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.
Full care guide →Royal Gramma
Gramma loreto
beginnerpeaceful30+ gal
The Royal Gramma (Gramma loreto) is a beginner saltwater species known for its purple (front), yellow (rear) coloration. Purple/yellow bicolor. Bottom to Mid.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
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