(08-29-2013, 03:13 PM)TheBrit Wrote: Sexing discus is extremely difficult, I would say near impossible for a general hobbyist. Someone who specialises in breeding discus and spends a lot of time with them over the years will no doubt have a better chance of differentiating between the two.
Most people who keep discus will buy a small group, four or six, of young discus and grow them to maturity. Allowing nature to take it's course and let them pair off naturally.
I totally agree with your suggestion! I believe both males and females can secrete the nutrient-rich slime that the young discus fish feed on. I used to see some adult discus fish with their little offspring all congregating on the sides of the adults feeding.
I will also ask a friend who works as an aquaculture specialist for some help. I'm pretty keen to rear a tankful of discus so any advice is most welcome!
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Differentiating Male and Female Discus Fish
