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  1. 11-01-2013, 09:22 AM #1
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    Default Beginner Discus Are they cichlidae?

    I don't know if Discus are considered a cichlid or not? I'm sure I'll enjoy learning more about them as they are quite unique and beautiful.
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  2. 11-01-2013, 09:25 AM #2
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    Default Re: Beginner Discus Are they cichlidae?

    yes.

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    Default Re: Beginner Discus Are they cichlidae?

    yes, they are

    Scientific classification
    Kingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Chordata
    Class: Actinopterygii
    Order: Perciformes
    Family: Cichlidae
    Subfamily: Cichlasomatinae
    Tribe: Heroini
    Genus: Symphysodon
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