Golden/Yellow Checkerboard Discus 7cm

The Golden/Yellow checkerboard Discus(Symphysodon aequifasciatus).  This fish is an incredibly bright and captivating variety, cherished for its clean, sunny-yellow to warm gold checkerboard pattern. Pigeon bloods are more yellow orange compared to Checkerboards. Pigeon bloods also have connected dots or stripes, not seperate block pattern like a Checkerboard. Peppering on the nose and forehead are normal on Pigeon bloods, Red Melons, and Red Checkerboards.These are in the 6-7 cm size range but grow up to 15–20 cm. These Yellow Pigeon blood discus are imported from Malaysia.

As a rule, for social cichlids you keep at least six to manage their natural hierarchy, but we strongly suggest a group of 8–10 Discus to ensure they feel safe and confident. They require a stable pH of 6.0–7.0 and very warm, pristine water (28°C–30°C) to stay healthy. Good water quality is non-negotiable. They are sensitive to nitrates, frequent water changes are essential to keep their colors vibrant and their immune systems strong.

Avoid housing them with fast-moving or aggressive fish that might nip their fins or steal their food. Because they are slow, methodical eaters, you should provide a variety of high-protein foods that they can graze on at their own pace. Their favorite meals include frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, high-quality beef heart mixes, and specialized slow-sinking pellets.