Symphysodon discus
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Symphysodon discus, the red discus or Heckel discus, is a species of cichlid endemic to the Amazon Basin of Brazil, where found in the lower Rio Negro, upper Uatumã, Nhamundá, Trombetas and Abacaxis.[1]
This species is essentially restricted to blackwater habitats with a high temperature of Script error: No such module "convert". and low pH of 4.2–5.2.[2]
This species grows to a length of Script error: No such module "convert". SL.[3]
This species can also be found in the aquarium trade.[3]
Parental care
Small fry of this fish feed on the mucus secreted by their parents.[4]
References
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