Discus are generally calm, peaceful fish, but as cichlids, they can be aggressive toward one another, especially when attempting to pair off and spawn. Shy or submissive fish should be removed if they are unable to compete. Most serious hobbyists do not mix their discus with too many other species.

How many discus should be kept together?

STEP ONE: – SIZE IS EVERYTHING

Also discus being a shoaling species a minimum number of at least six discus will need to be kept. So with this information so far we can see that a tank of at least 60 gallons will need to be used for keeping discus. The only exception for this is if you have a bonded breeding pair.

Is discus a community fish?

Although discus fish are generally considered to be a peaceful species ideal for the community tank, some varieties can be a little bit territorial when they are breeding.