Differences between 'Blue Diamond' vs 'Neon Sapphire' discus

[dvsrk]

I'm planning to place an online order to buy 'blue diamond' or 'neon sapphire'. I was trying to understand the core differences between these two discus categories and tired to do some online research but unable to get the precise information. Can someone please clarify on this ?

Appreciate anyone's help on this.

[RogueDiscus]

If I recall correctly from Kenny, Neon Sapphires are some breeder's improved body shape blue diamonds.

[100fuegos]

John Nicholson anyone? It is just another fancy name to separate a buyer from his / her money. My opinion.

[Filip]

John Nicholson anyone? It is just another fancy name to separate a buyer from his / her money. My opinion.

Haha . We all miss a little of the good old John Nicholson's here and there , don't we .

[Belkar]

From what I have read this is a lighter blue discus. Cross between golden and BD

[RogueDiscus]

From Kenny:

Neon Sapphire strain genetically was bred to have a more metallic blue color over normal blue diamond's lighter blue color.

[fishbubbles]

I own both and see very little difference between the two. I do notice a bit more yellow near the tail section on my BD's which my neon sapphires do not have.

[dvsrk]

Thank you all for your helpful responses.

[pitdogg2]

Haha . We all miss a little of the good old John Nicholson's here and there , don't we .

What happened to John? I have noticed he has not posted in a long time.

[Ryan925]

From Kenny:

Neon Sapphire strain genetically was bred to have a more metallic blue color over normal blue diamond's lighter blue color.

I have a NS and would definitely say that's accurate

They are similar to a BD but the color is unique.

[Filip]

What happened to John? I have noticed he has not posted in a long time.

I don't know Ivan. I guess the deer season started earlier this year .

[RogueDiscus]

I think Al said he's busy building a house.

[pitdogg2]

Thanks guys. I was hopeful it wasn't medical related. He and I are about the same age so I know that kind of stuff can come on quick like.