Discus which scientific name is symphysodon is 20cm - 25cm (8in - 10in). The life span is 8 - 15 years. Discus inhabits deep, slow-moving waters. It has a scales skin type. The preferred food type is omnivore.
Facts about discuss
Name | Discus |
Lifestyle | Diurnal |
Order | Perciformes |
Predators | Fish, turtles, birds |
Family | Cichlidae |
Habitat | Deep, slow-moving waters |
Life Span | 8 - 15 years |
Class | Actinopterygii |
Phylum | Chordata |
Scientific Name | Symphysodon |
Water Type | Fresh |
Common Name | Discus |
Prey | Insects, worms, small fish |
Size (L) | 20cm - 25cm (8in - 10in) |
Distinctive Features | A round and colourful disc-like body |
Colour | Blue, red, green, yellow, orange, black, brown |
Conservation Status | Threatened |
Genus | Symphysodon |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Diet | Omnivore |
Skin Type | Scales |
Group | Fish |
Optimum pH Level | 5.5 - 6.5 |