Pigeon Blood Discus 10cm

The Pigeon Blood Discus (Symphysodon aequifasciatus) is one of the most popular strains in the hobby, loved for its bright, high-contrast colouration and striking patterns. This discus has a clean, creamy-white or golden-yellow base body covered in a vibrant maze of fiery orange-red striations, beautifully finished with a deep black tail fin. First developed in the late 1980s, the Pigeon Blood gene naturally suppresses wild dark stress bars, ensuring their brilliant coloration remains permanently on display.

As a rule, for Pigeon Blood Discus you should keep at least six to manage their natural hierarchy, but we strongly suggest a group of 8–10 Discus to keep them feeling 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.

When choosing tankmates, avoid housing them with boisterous or nippy species that might interfere with their calm nature or outcompete them for resources. Because they are deliberate, slow eaters, they do best with food that settles slowly or rests on clean surfaces. Their favourite meals include high-quality beef heart, frozen bloodworms, enriched brine shrimp, and specialised slow-sinking discus granules.