Posted by Michele on August 30, 2002 at 03:39:27:
In Reply to: Keeping Discus posted by Betty B on August 02, 2002 at 09:08:50:
even one :( That probably isn't the answer you were hoping for. Keep in mind, first of all the dimensions of your tank are not enough in inches. Secondly, what is designed to hold a max of 33 gallons will probably only be holding 25 actual gallons of water by the time the tank is all set up with gravel, plants, heater etc. due to displacement and the fact that the water will not be filled to the tippy top, but generally an inch lower.
Clown loaches should have a minimum of 55 gallons and be kept in groups of no less than 3.
I would also eliminate the ghost knife and elephant nose from the mix. You could keep a couple of angels in your tank with some smaller fish.
:For all those who know alot about these majestic fish, please forgive my inexperience. I am starting to set up a 3foot tank...I believe they hold 33gallons? would I be able to keep discus say 3 or 4 with other fish such as angels, clown loaches and elephant nose and ghost knifes? Do there pH and water temp even match? Any info in keeping the fish would be appreciated greatly. I have been warned not to do discus until I have more experience........and the literature informs me that you need to keep them in a tank only with other discus.......I thought I would get other peoples opinions :)
:Thanx
:Betty
