{"product_id":"red-alenquer-discus-symphysodon-sp","title":"Red Alenquer Discus (Symphysodon sp.)","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Red Alenquer Discus is a stunning variety prized for its rich red coloration, intricate patterning, and classic rounded Discus shape. A spectacular centrepiece fish for a well-maintained tropical aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Alenquer Discus develop beautiful warm red to deep orange tones across the body, often contrasted by darker vertical barring and fine patterning. As they mature and settle into the aquarium, their colour can become increasingly intense, making them an impressive addition to a dedicated Discus setup or peaceful South American-style aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike all Discus, Red Alenquers appreciate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewarm, clean and stable water conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are peaceful fish and are best housed with other Discus or calm tankmates that enjoy similar temperatures. Avoid aggressive, overly active, or fin-nipping species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscus are naturally social and, unless keeping an established breeding pair, are best maintained in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egroup where aquarium size allows\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Good filtration, regular water changes and a quality varied diet are important for keeping them in top condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSymphysodon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sp.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Red Alenquer Discus\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 15–20 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 28–30°C\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 200+ litres, with larger aquariums recommended for groups\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwimming Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Middle\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Captive-bred variety originating from South American Discus bloodlines\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed a varied, high-quality diet including premium Discus pellets or granules, frozen foods and other suitable protein-rich foods. Smaller feeds offered regularly can help maintain excellent body condition, growth and colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTankmates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable companions can include \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCardinal Tetras, Rummy Nose Tetras, peaceful Corydoras, German Blue Rams and other compatible Discus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, provided all species are comfortable at the higher temperatures Discus prefer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Individual Discus naturally vary in colour and pattern. 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