Discus Fish Species - Beautiful Pictures, Videos, Facts and Information The Discus fish is a freshwater tropical fish that originates from the Amazon region in South America. Their natural habitat is fast flowing rivers and streams and they prefer acidic water conditions. They are commonly known as 'The King of the Aquarium' or 'The King of the Cichlids' due to their size and appearance.
Interesting Information about Discus Fish
The Discus gets its name from its body shape, it is circular in shape and laterally compressed. It is very similar in shape to the Angelfish but does not have an extended fin. They are large cichlids (can reach up to 25cm) and can be aggressive to other fish particularly when breeding but are generally a peaceful fish. The Discus fish is not an ideal choice for the beginner as they require excellent water conditions and frequent partial water changes. However, in the correct environment they can live for up to 10 years.
Interesting Discus Fish Species Information and Facts - How are different Discus Fish Species identified? The colours, shapes and sizes of individual fishes varies enormously - you really need excellent quality pictures or photographs to assist in the identification process. A combination of the number of fins and their characteristics, color, scale counts, general features, maximum length and distribution are used during a species identification process. The species detailed on this website are Tropical, Saltwater, Aquarium , Marine , Pet , Pond, Clown, Koi, Beta (Betta), Gold Fish (Goldfish), Star, Angel, Puffer, Discus, Piranha, Rainbow, Parrot, Crustaceans, Sea Anemones and Coral.
Interesting Information and Facts - How do you identify the sex of a particular species? The male and female of many Discus Fish Species have different colors or different shaped bodies. But there are also other species where there is no visible difference. Its sometimes tricky being an ichthyologist!
Discus Fish Species - Information about Fins - Did you know that each fin has a specific function?
Discus Fish Species
The dorsal fin is located on the back of the fish and it helps to keep the fish stable while swimming
Caudal fins are located on the tail area of fishes and they help to propel the fish through the water
The Pectoral fin is located on the breast area of a fish and they are used for locomotion and side to side movement
Fins include: Dorsal, Ventral, Caudal, Anal, Pectoral, Adipose and Cephalic
Interesting Information and Facts - Why do most Discus Fish Species have gills? Gills enable most Discus Fish Species to breathe. Gills consist of thin sheets of tissue containing blood vessels. As water passes over the gills oxygen is absorbed into the blood stream Carbon dioxide passes out into the water. The gills are protected by a large bony plate called an operculum. Some species, however have lungs and breathe air.
InterestingInformation and Facts - Why do different species have fins? Fish usually have seven fins. Each of the fins on a fish are designed to perform a specific function:
Dorsal fins - The dorsal fin is located on the backs of fishes. Dorsal fins lend stability in swimming Ventral fins - The ventral fin is located on the pelvic area of fishes. Ventral fins lend stability in swimming Caudal fins - The Caudal fin is located on the tail area of fishes. Caudal fins propel through the water Anal fins - The Anal fin is located on the anus area of fishes. Anal fins lend stability in swimming. Pectoral fins - The Pectoral fin is located on the breast area of fishes. Pectoral fins are for locomotion and side to side movement Adipose fins - The Adipose fin is an extra fleshy fin on the back behind the dorsal fin as in salmons, smelts, and lanterns to lend stability in swimming Cephalic fins - The cephalic fin are the "horns" of manta rays and close relations
Discus Fish Species Interesting Information and facts on different species
How are the different fishes species identified? Why are they slimy? Important Discus Fish Species Facts and info - How do you identify the sex of a particular species? Species Facts and Info - Why do most have gills? - Why do different species have fins? Tropical Species, Saltwater Species, Aquarium Species, Marine Species, Pet Species, Pond Species, Clowns, Kois, Beta (Betta), Gold Fish (Goldfish), Star, Angels, Puffers, Discus, Piranhas, Rainbow, Parrots, Crustaceans, Sea Anemones, Corals.
Discus Fish Species - Facts Did you know...
Discus fish can reach up to 25cm in size
The Discus fish is known as The King of the Aquarium' and 'The King of the Cichlids'
Discus fish are not recommended for beginners as they require excellent water conditions and frequent partial water changes.
The Discus Fish can live for up to 10 years!
The Discus fish can become aggressive to other fish particularly when breeding
Discus fish originate from the Amazon region in South America
The Stygotantulus stock is the smallest Crustacean in the world, measuring less than 0.1mm in length!
Discus fish prefer acidic water conditions
The Discus fish is found in fast flowing freshwater rivers and streams
There are different species found all over the world, we have tried to include as many aquatic freshwater species as possible on this website
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