Red Melon Discus display a rich red-orange coloration with subtle patterning reminiscent of melon textures. They are peaceful and social, ideal for community Discus tanks.
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Red Melon Discus display a rich red-orange coloration with subtle patterning reminiscent of melon textures. They are peaceful and social, ideal for community Discus tanks.
Red-orange body with subtle melon-like patterning; round discus shape.
10–15 years
Omnivorous; high-quality discus pellets, frozen/live foods, bloodworms, brine shrimp.
Red Melon Discus are a beautiful and social choice for experienced aquarists aiming for vibrant tank aesthetics.
Advanced
55 gallons for a group of 5
6.0–7.0
1–8 dGH
82–86°F (28–30°C)
6–8 inches
Other peaceful Discus, cardinal tetras, rummy nose tetras, Corydoras catfish.
Aggressive or fast-moving fish, fin-nipping species.
Symphysodon aequifasciatus (Red Melon variety)
Cichlidae
Amazon Basin
Peaceful and social; best kept in groups.
Feed multiple times daily with high-quality pellets, frozen foods, and occasional live foods.
Egg layer; monogamous pairs guard eggs and fry.
Pairs lay eggs on flat surfaces; fry feed initially on parental mucus, then baby brine shrimp.
pH: 6.0–7.0, Temperature: 82–86°F, Hardness: 1–8 dGH
Sensitive to water quality; prone to ich, parasites, and stress-related illnesses.
Peaceful, social; best kept in groups of 5 or more.
Peaceful, social, interactive, and show mild territoriality during breeding.
Red Melon Discus are prized for their striking red-orange body and calm temperament. They thrive in groups and require stable, clean water conditions for optimal health and coloration.