12/27

[jeep]

A week in and they are doing great!! I estimate they've grown between 1/8" to 1/4" and haven't stopped eating. I need to get a larger tank set up this weekend :o

Here's some better pics. Not the best because they won't stop cruising for food :D

http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g59/eesob/fishupdate010.jpg
A quarter to judge by...
http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g59/eesob/fishupdate013.jpg
http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g59/eesob/fishupdate015.jpg

[two utes]

Looking really good Brian. At that rate they are going to get HUGE. That's the whole idea right? What size tank are you upgrading to? Keep up the good work mate.;)

[Tropical Haven]

Looking really good.

[brewmaster15]

Looking Good Brian! Keep up the great work!!

-al

[Kindredspirit]

Wow! Like that quarter idea!;)

[alxjss]

Good job Brian:). Keep up the feedings. I don't no about u but everytime i see them they want to eat. and they do.....I thought mine were getting big, but i choked it up to "wanting them to get big", so maybe they r.....:confused:

[jeep]

It's hard to guess at growth rate. All I can do is assume. I do know that a hungry juvie that gets all it can to eat has the potential to grow up to 1" per month for the first few months. Since Jack unpacked them and hasn't seen them since, I'll have to get him over and get his opinion. I've been off work for the past week and will be for another, so they're getting 8-12 feedings per day. After I go back to work they'll be down to maybe 3 per day. We'll see if things change :)

Right now they're in a 20g breeder tank with 2/50% WC's per day. I'll get them into a 40 or 55 this weekend, depending on the time I have. I already have the wood cut for the 40. Just need the space :bandana:

[Kindredspirit]

they're getting 8-12 feedings per day.

That is the way to do it ~ actually I learned that from you, Brian.;)





50% WC's per day. 40.


This too!:D

[Blackwater Aquaria]

Jeep: Really good job on growing them out. Cant wait to see them in a few months. Good luck Mike:bandana:

[oodi]

Good job Brian... before you know it, you'll have to tape a CD to the tank! :D

Judi
:)

[Kindredspirit]

before you know it, you'll have to tape a CD to the tank! :D

Judi
:)

That is absolutely hilarious! Could you imagine? I will wait the day;)

[Ardan]

I need to get a larger tank set up this weekend :o


:D

It s that secret formula you are feeding:D

and good stock......

Looking good!

Ardan

[Elite Aquaria]

Brain,

Looking good...It is amazing how much a fish can grow with proper food and water quality...Keep up the good work

[pcsb23]

Looking good Brian :)

[Kenny's Discus]

Brian, those are some gorgeous cuties! Keep doing what you're doing in no time you'll be sending me babies for the next hobbyist challenge.:) Keep up the great work!

Kenny

[Jhill]

Fantastic Brian!!
I'm new here on the forum and love raising this magical fish. I really enjoy what Al has done to show us all what raising discus is all about. I have been watching the lucky ones here and abroad raising their fish. It is very useful to me as a beginner. So all I have to say is keep the pics coming!!!

A Friend in discus
John

[dawncollette]

there is nothing more cute than a baby discus, these little things rock, good job!!

[BSW]

This is going to be a really tough contest !
All you guy's are doing such a nice job, and the fish are looking fantastic.
It must be so much fun watching them grow.
With the common assessment of appetites from the challengers, I'm wondering if these guy's aren't crossed with swine or something ?
Glad you all have a great bunch of eaters !
Your fish are getting big too, and I'm loving the colors !
Great job, keep up the good work -
B

[jeep]

I know it's been awhile but I'll get some photo's up this weekend. Just not enough time in the days :o

[Armandi_Fishcarer]

Fantastic looking fish.

Hope all goes well for you.

Regards Armandi ;)