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Discus breeding isn't a very simple job. It needs a lot of expertise and knowledge. These fish are beautiful, and they need lots of care. The most important factors influencing whether they breed or not are water, feed and the aquarium size. A well cared for pair of discus typically breeds continually. There's no special technique involved, however it's very important to be aware of certain considerations.

First off they require a good sized aquarium as otherwise they won't breed. These fish can't breed in shallow water. The temperature of the water and the pH level need to be monitored in order to be kept at appropriate levels.

It is also crucial to keep a watch on the nitrate level which is produced by the excreta of these fish; it shouldn't ever exceed 20 ppm. Frequent change of water can resolve that problem. Changing about 30 to 50% of water every week will take care of this issue.

These fish have to have a protein-rich for breeding and beef heart is generally given to them as feed by professional breeders. This could be supplemented with other feeds like spinach and blood-worms. There are some foods available in the market which are useful in providing extra nutrients and vitamins that can prove beneficial.

The breeding pair will probably start to clean an area of the aquarium, and they'll become territorial. Initially they may select more than one site before finally settling for one.

The female will swim over the spawning site and start depositing her eggs. The male will swim right behind her and look after fertilizing them. The pair will work in cooperation to care for and guard the eggs.

If you follow these starter tips you ought to be providing the best environment for the discus to breed in. The rest is finally up to your fish!