Cichlid
Discus and angelfish
Tall tanks, warm soft water, and showpiece South American cichlids. Profiles plus breeding help for angels.
Tall tanks, warm soft water, and showpiece South American cichlids. Profiles plus breeding help for angels.
Also see the angelfish breeding guide and water parameters.
Discus
Peaceful and shy
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Angelfish
Semi aggressive
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Altum Angelfish
Calm like the common angelfish, but will eat fish small enough to swallow
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German Blue Ram
Peaceful dwarf cichlid
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Apistogramma
Peaceful dwarf cichlid
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Bolivian Ram
Peaceful, but needs clean water and is a poor competitor for food
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Water
Warm, soft and very clean for discus. Angels are a bit tougher.
Height
Tall aquariums suit angel fins and discus posture.
Diet
Quality pellets plus frozen. Discus hate neglect.
FAQ
Can discus and angels live together?
Often yes in large, warm, soft-water tanks with calm tank mates.
Harder of the two?
Discus demand steadier water and feeding discipline.