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Filtration Methods For The Discus Tank


Good filtration is the prime priority in the discus tank. Basically, there are three types of filtration - mechanical, chemical and biological. Let's start with the basics...

Mechanical filtration removes the uneaten food, waste products and acumulated plant waste from the tank. Different methods will accomplish this - pads, sponges, and floss, to name a few. The objective here is to capture the dirt before it pollutes the tank to high levels. Common filter floss is inexpensive, and highly efficient, making it a good medium for the tank filter. One must keep in mind, however, that the function of the mechanical filter is basically aesthetic.

Filtering using chemical filtration takes place at the molecular level. The most commonly used medium is activated charcoal. Activated charcoal adsorbs a huge amount of pollutants in the tank, and discoloration, antimony, arsenic, chlorine, chloramine, chromium, hydrogen peroxide, potassium permanganate, phosphate plus some of the heavy metals and other toxins in different degrees. (adsorbs: Formation of a thin film on a surface.) It does not, however, remove ammonia, nitrite or nitrate, so don't expect it to do the job of biological or mechanical filtration. If your tap water is overly high in phosphates or nitrates, there is the chance that your fish won't do well until you pretreat the water with activated charcoal or other specific resins. If you live in the city, chances are good that the city can provide you with an analysis of their provided water. If, however, you live in the country, and have your own well, then the water should be sent to a lab for testing.

Activated charcoal can produce crystal-clear water, but the downside of this is that one tends to rely on the activated charcoal to cover up sloppy maintenance. It should be used as a back up only, and you should not be dependent on activated charcoal to keep water safe and clean for the Discus. Frequent water change is the only real insurance you have of keeping your Discus safe and in good health.

I have saved biofiltration for last because it is the most important aspect of a good environment for Discus. Without good biofiltration practices, your Discus will not survive. Mechanical and chemical filtration results can be seen visibly - the tank just looks cleaner. Even though chemical filtration does remove some of the toxic materials from the water, it takes biofiltration to make the water safe for habitation.

Cycling a tank is a practice that reproduces the nitrogen cycle in the aquarium. In the aquarium, we need beneficial bacteria, which are known as nitrobacters. (Proline Bacteria is a well known brand of bacteria strain used in aquaria. A kit for starting the normal freshwater tank is a little over $9.00.) These "good" bacteria colonize the filter media and every surface of the tank. The most beneficial of these bacteria is Nitrosomonas sp. which consumes the toxic ammonia that is produced by decomposition of fish waste, plant matter, and uneaten food. In the Nitrogen Cycle, the ammonia is reduced to nitrite. The nitrite is then consumed by Nitrobacter sp. and is reduced to nitrate, which is the least toxic end-product of nitrification. The nitrate is then removed from you system by a regular water-change regimen.

Maintaining a healthy bacterial colony in the biological part of your filtration system is quite simple if care is taken to not destroy the colony. When cleaning the media, use only tank water. Never use hot water or fresh tap water to clean the sponges or media, but instead gently rinse and carefully wring out excess water in a pail of tank water. The goal here is to maintain the highest rate of bacteria as possible on the media.

It is possible that your biological filter will crash if the aquarium is left without power for a day. The bacteria are without oxygen for a period of time which will cause them to die, your fish will be gasping for breath, and a foul smell is encountered in the tank. Never simply turn the filter back on! this will flood the aquarium with toxins, and the media must be replaced if a crash occurs.

Following these simple principles will help to insure that your Discus have a happy and safe environment for many years. Again, there is no subistitue for regular water changes, but by following these simple rules, chances of survivial of the Discus are much higher.

Alden Smith is a published author, and has been marketing on the internet for 7 years. His website, King Discus, is an active gathering place for discus breeders and lovers of discus fish. His wife Betsy is the administrator of All The Best Recipes a site rich in online recipes and cookbooks.


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Does your dog understand when you say ‘fetch the ball’? A new study in Hungary says yes  WTOP

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Veterinary surgeon: Spare flat-faced pets the respiratory distress  Phys.org

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Alaska Airlines passenger reunited with dog after airline ‘misstep’ loses pet during loading  Fox Business

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Wash your pet's food and water bowls to prevent salmonella  The Seattle Times

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Should you be worried about the eclipse's effect on your pets?  News 5 Cleveland WEWS

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Tri-State nonprofit uses high-tech drones, search and rescue techniques to find lost pets  WCPO 9 Cincinnati

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Ikea shows its products destroyed by pets in cute campaign about affordability  Ad Age

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Pet of the Week: Meet 7-year-old Zero, an intelligent bull terrier mix  KOMO News

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Make sure your pets are receiving the proper care for their age  WWLP.com

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Toxic toads that can kill pets in minutes are breeding in Florida  The Hill

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Clemson introduces revamped policy for domestic animals (pets)  Clemson News

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Help Loveable Pets Score New Homes at Special Burlington County Animal Shelter Open House on April 7  Burlington County, NJ - Official Website

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Pets on the Plaza: Meet Royal - 47abc  WMDT

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Love 4 Pets: March 28, 2024 - KOB.com  KOB 4

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Enhancing lives with Nashville Therapy Pets  News Channel 5 Nashville

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Meet Waffles and Pancakes: Our Pets of the Day  FOX 5 Atlanta

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Jersey's Journeys: Adoptable pets at PACC  KGUN 9 Tucson News

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Pets Of The Week: Meet Daphne And Persian  Los Alamos Daily Post

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Helping Your Pets Thrive Through all Stages of Life with Lifestyle Expert Kathy Buccio  WATE 6 On Your Side

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Vet discusses importance of spaying/neutering pets | Community | abc12.com  WJRT

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Pets of the week: Yukon and Bobble  Fort Bragg Advocate-News

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4 dogs, 7 puppies rescued from house fire in Phoenix  Arizona's Family

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City of West Hollywood's Free 'Picasso Pets' Event Returns to West Hollywood Park and will Feature the Swearing-In of ...  City of West Hollywood

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Plant-based dog wellness company launches into Pets at Home  Pet Food Processing

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PETS OF WEEK: Louco and Binx  WiscNews

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Black Dog Animal Rescue Adoptable Pets - March 28, 2024 | Lifestyles | thecheyennepost.com  The Cheyenne Post

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Pet Pics Sweepstakes: More of your adored, adoring, adorable pets  KTVZ

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Joliet Junior College partners with local rescues to help pets get homes  Shaw Local News Network

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How microbiome-tailored nutrition can extend a pet's longevity  PetfoodIndustry.com

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KCBD's Pet of the Day: Meet Robert - Lubbock  KCBD

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US pet ownership steady since 2010; Cat may rise, dog fall  PetfoodIndustry.com

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Study finds most rabbit owners can recognize pain  The Jerusalem Post

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Hilarious Baboon's Unbothered Behavior Takes Center Stage During Snack Time  Parade Pets

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Meet the A.R.K. Pets of the Week  The Pantagraph

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Letter: Don't forget about the pets at the Humane Society  Steamboat Pilot & Today

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Pet Talk: How pets can improve your mental health  WDBJ

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620 WTMJ & Brewers Community Foundation team up to help pets with the Wisconsin Humane Society  WTMJ

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SOLAR SCRIBBLES: Will the eclipse affect your pets?  RochesterFirst

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How To Introduce New Pets Into Your Home, According To Experts  Forbes

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Pets At Home Bans Sales Of Rabbits Over Easter Weekend  Country Living UK

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Pet of the Day: Waffles the dog loves to be buttered up with affection  WGHP FOX8 Greensboro

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Mayo Clinic Minute: Wash your pet's food and water bowls to prevent salmonella  Mayo Clinic

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SNAPS photo competition will celebrate Superior pets  Boulder Daily Camera

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Washington Campers More Like to Camp with Kids, Pets  SGB Media

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These plants bloom in western Washington over spring. They’re also toxic to your pets  Tacoma News Tribune

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Pet of the Day: Diesel and Zoe  NBC Right Now

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The Best Pet Insurance for Older Dogs 2024  MarketWatch

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The Cheapest Pet Insurance Companies (Mar 2024)  MarketWatch

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Pepper, Bershadker: Give all pets and owners the option of virtual care  Detroit News

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Couch Hippo Betty Boop: Smithtown Adoptable Pet Of The Week  Patch

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Pet Talk: How Pets Can improve Mental Health  WDBJ

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Best Pet Insurance in Florida of March 2024  MarketWatch

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The Best Pet Insurance Companies in New York (2024)  MarketWatch

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Humane Society of Missouri pets for adoption  St. Louis Post-Dispatch

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Paws for a Cause helps pets in Henderson  Athens Daily Review

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Pet Connection: Meet Elsa  KVRR

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Toxic toads that can kill pets in minutes are breeding in Florida; what to watch out for  WFLA

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