28. Tips on How To Acclimate Discus to reduce Stress 60 14

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Please watch: "Discussing the pros and cons of Feeder Fish" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vhVtY9QWthQ -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Here are a few tips that would help you acclimate your new Discus to your tank, with as little stress on the fish as possible. Stress on Discus is the leading cause of drops in the fish's immune system and leads to diseases such as Ich (White Spot) and Internal/External Parasites. Follow the tips below and it should help reduce the instances of stress on your Discus. Tips: 1. Let the bag rest in the desired tank for 45 minutes to get the temperature acclimated to the new tank. 2. Slowly add tank water into the bag, to get the fish to adjust to the new water chemistry and temperature. 3. Leave high tank lights off while acclimating, to reduce stress on your fish. 4. Add stress coat to the water to aid in destressing new arrivals (Optional) 5. Always remember to use a net, or if you prefer to use your hands, ensure they are extremely clean by rinsing. DO NOT USE SOAP! 6. Always quarantine new fish for 2-3 weeks after purchasing, to ensure they are not carriers of parasites. I hope I provided some insight and info, Happy fishkeeping, and please remember to subscribe to The International Aquatic Alliance (IAA) for more Fish Keeping Tips. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPRTJ3m6F9nBLa6hscsZKEQ

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Sonu Bumbak - 6 years ago

Can I use heather for discus fish and what temperature

Young Tank - 7 years ago

My first attempt to keep discus did not go so well so after that I decided to take a break from the hobby I know from keeping fish over the years that everything don’t work for everyone thanks for all the info great video

Lewis3 - 7 years ago

my tank at 78 - 79° is that too cold for discus or do you think that they would be alright in that temp

Maurice Aquariums - 7 years ago

+speeddemons004 I think they'll be OK at that temp. Mines did just fine, they'll breed at 80F but any corydoras will die. Talking from experience.

Snipercube - 9 years ago

When getting rid of ich (happened to me 3 times) I add a tiny bit of medication and then raise the temp and feed them fish food mixed with some garlic and it works a treat.

Snipercube - 9 years ago

+Maurice Aquariums thanks, my great uncle taught me it. He's been in the tropical and marine fish keeping hobby for 47 years so he's seen this a lot. He also works in a garden centre in the fish health department so his advice is top quality.

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

+Snipercube That's some great advice right there

Tiago Barbosa - 9 years ago

Discus doente sick: https://youtu.be/NVNItbZTBsk
This is my small one.

Tiago Barbosa - 9 years ago

Hello... My small discus is getting dark inthe last 3 weeks. I dont no whats happening. I shouldnt bought the fish because my experience is zero :-( can it be stress or parasites? Sorry my bad english
Regards

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Discus that go dark and don't eat are usually suffering from parasites. Give him a salt dip and then treat him with prazi pro. Hope you get that boy better

Bass Player - 9 years ago

Good vid. ditch the loud music

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Thanks for the honest feedback. Appreciate it.

AquaLady 420 - 9 years ago

I wish I can keep discus, theyre too sensitive for me tho.

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

I don't find they're that sensitive. I do 2 WCs a week & that's it.

TheAngry Fishman - 9 years ago

Beautiful fish maurice. Envious man. IAA

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Thanks Angry. IAA

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Ron deezzee - 9 years ago

What bro nice newbies gave u a shout in my vid update

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Thanks +Ron deezzee You da man homie

MASS Aquariums - 9 years ago

Nice discus Mo. IAA BROTHAH

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Mike you sound like you're just having way too much fun LOL, but IAA Brotha :D

madcypress L.L. - 9 years ago

Great video Maurice, keep them coming sir !

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Thank you +madcypress aquariums Lorenzo. L I'll definitely keep the discus tips coming

0 - 9 years ago

U been home for 2 hours the chicken neck soup should of settled down by now , ,lmao jajajajajajaja nice pickups broski, ,,,,,,big thumbs-up, ,,,looks like u forgot to pick up a batman fish broski, u can never have enough fish or tanks, ,u should get 6 more tanks! ,,& 10 more discuss ,,,,poof I'm gone

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Jajajaja! You always crack me up homie. There's a lot of aggression in my tank at the moment, Big Blue is bustin ass and taking names. He doesn't like his new tank mates, as yet. I don't think he realises hay una chica bonita para el.

kanda kumar - 9 years ago

nice newbies bro

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Thanks +kanda kumar They're settling in today, so hopefully I can get a video up on them later.

Don Poisson - 9 years ago

Nice looking newbies, Moreece.

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Thanks man

Don Poisson - 9 years ago

Yeah they look great. Looking forward to seeing them in the tank.

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Thanks +Don Poisson they're a good looking pair indeed. Hoping they're settled in when I get home later, so I can do another video.

69bonesz - 9 years ago

Congratulations on the new flat carrots, great tips for a good and nice life in the tank :)

69bonesz - 9 years ago

Hahhaha don't rush, It's OK better be safe home for xmas ;)

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Haha I'm in work now, I'll be home in about 3 hours. I'll do one then.

69bonesz - 9 years ago

Later later..mm in 1 hour?After the breakfast, diner, coffee,... ? Just little check up whahahaha :)

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Of course, I'll try to do one later ;)

69bonesz - 9 years ago

+69bonesz Do a update where the fish is swimming :)

69bonesz - 9 years ago

Indeed, like the bleu/green color discus also, who is checking the new fish out :)

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Pretty colors :D

69bonesz - 9 years ago

Hahhaha ty, I just watch the fish and their behaviour more then do loads of watertest etc or technical things, maybe that is why I see these things IDK..or just like colors :)

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

+69bonesz You're right, and yes my discus weren't that stressed. Prob cuz I was following my own tips lol. They had no stress bars and were pretty colored up. You have a good eye. I like that.

69bonesz - 9 years ago

Yeah, It's the same way I do it, when I bought new fish, but not all people know this procedure, so always good to give this tips in a video!! I hope your nice Discus are getting along soon with the other fish, but they didn't look that stressed out, cause even in the bag they had their carrot colors shining nice :)
But always good when you know you got sensitive fish to be extra gentle, otherwise it's wasted money..

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

HaHa Thanks +69bonesz They do work well, esp for these very sensitive fish

Mbuna Marcus - Aquariums, Cichlids and More - 9 years ago

Awesome new additons...they look real healthy

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Thanks man. They're very healthy and vibrant. I'll put out a vid as they settle in

Ruben - 9 years ago

Good idea I never give a sick fish full dose always half and the other half 12 hrs later. I been doing that for 40 years.
Another thing I like to do is add a few drops of prime into the bag of the new fish. If you ever test that water you will see its high in what I call ANN (Ammonia Nitrite Nitrate). Most of the time they take food right in the bag. Dont know if the Discus will take the food. You doing very good work Maurice.

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Thank you +Ruben I'll take your advice, it has proved to be right most of the time . Thank you for the inspiration and kind words.

Ricky Kenerly Cichlids - 9 years ago

Great information! You discus are very nice!

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

You should try your hand some time. Just do a lil research first

Ricky Kenerly Cichlids - 9 years ago

Looking forward to it! I always like the way they look. Never tried them because my tap water is more alkaline! I can enjoy them through your videos though!

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Thanks +Ricky Kenerly I try to share what I know, and thank you, the discus are pretty. I'll post another vid once they've settled.

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PAUL MADFISH - 9 years ago

Great vid bro loving the new discus they are SWEET IAA

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Thank You +PAUL MADFISH IAA. Go subb it now guys https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPRTJ3m6F9nBLa6hscsZKEQ Videos dropping soon :D

Keith's Planted Aquariums - 9 years ago

Great video Maurice!:)

Maurice Aquariums - 9 years ago

Thanks +Keith's Planted Aquariums

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