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calvinlow
04-13-2014, 08:56 AM
What is the best filtration for discus fish? Now I using bottom filtration, does someone have a proper settings up pic which can share with me? Maybe my filtration system was setup incorrect way.

Tazalanche
04-13-2014, 10:20 AM
If the "bottom filtration" you're using is an undergravel filter, it's a very bad idea with discus.

Start with the stickies here:
Discus Basics for Beginners (http://forum.simplydiscus.com/forumdisplay.php?48-Discus-Basics-for-Beginners)

Then the regular threads here:
Filtration, Pumps, and Plumbing (http://forum.simplydiscus.com/forumdisplay.php?124-Filtration-Pumps-and-Plumbing)

vanslam
04-23-2014, 05:02 PM
I agree with Taz buttom filtration is a big no-no. Although they were all the rage in the early 80's. I am using Fluval 306 canister filters.

humjav
04-23-2014, 05:42 PM
I have two months to start with Kaldnes k1, excellent choice!!

Madaboutdiscus
04-23-2014, 06:01 PM
Aquaclear 110

~Victoria

pcsb23
04-24-2014, 06:19 AM
In my experience the simplest most cost effective and easiest filtration is the humble sponge filter. The most effective filtration is a sump. Pros and cons with all types of filtration, but for simplicity go with sponges.