pairing off

[springer]

I have a 80 gal. tank with 8 discus in it. Just recently there are 2 that are paring off and are defending there own space where there is a breeding cone. One which I think is the female has been pecking on the cone of and one. Should a person move them to their own tank or let them bond more and perhaps let them lay eggs.

[coralbandit]

Discus don't usually get it right the first time so if no damage from aggression or defending is occurring then no harm in waiting .
To be successful you will probably need to move them but it could take more then a few tries before it really matters .

[L200GreenPhantom]

I would move them into their own tank. They'll enjoy the privacy and the other six will get their sanity back, at least until another pair forms.

[CliffsDiscus]

I agree with Tom. Wait till your pair is proven
before moving, right now they are only flirting. If you think the pair needs more privacy add a divider.

Cliff