Red melon Discus (2 pcs)

Red Melon Discus is a beautiful ornamental freshwater fish known for its round body, graceful swimming, and bright red to orange coloration with minimal patterning. It is a selectively bred variety of Discus and is highly valued in aquariums.

Quick Overview

• Scientific group: Symphysodon
• Common type: Fancy discus strain
• Origin: Bred from wild discus native to the Amazon Basin
• Lifespan: 10+ years with good care
• Temperament: Peaceful, shy, social

Appearance

• Bright red / melon-orange body
• Usually smooth solid color with fewer bars or markings
• Rounded disc-shaped body
• Elegant finnage and slow, graceful movement

Tank Requirements

• Tank size: Minimum 200 liters (55+ gallons) for a group
• Temperature: 28–30°C
• pH: 6.0–7.0
• Water: Soft, clean, stable
• Filtration: Strong but gentle flow
• Aquascape: Open swimming space + driftwood + plants

Feeding

Omnivorous. Feed a varied diet:

• High-quality discus pellets
• Frozen bloodworms / brine shrimp
• Beef heart mixes (occasionally)
• Vegetable-based foods

Feed small amounts 2–3 times daily.

Behavior

• Best kept in groups of 5 or more
• Can be timid if kept alone
• May show hierarchy but usually peaceful
• Good tank mates: cardinal tetras, rummy nose tetras, corydoras (warm-water tolerant)

Care Tips

• Keep water pristine with regular water changes
• Avoid sudden parameter swings
• Quarantine new fish
• Stable warm temperature is essential
• Buy healthy, active fish with clear eyes and full fins

Common Problems

• Stress from poor water quality
• White spot disease
• Internal parasites
• Loss of appetite from cold water or bullying