The new Mini-Discus.. aka Balloon Rams

[Willie]

I can't wait until the fluorescent gene is introduced into discus, like they've done to Glo tetras and some others. But that's just another modification and nothing really harmful.

A local hobbyist reports he saw angelfish with the fluorescent gene in a fish show. I'm intrigued.

[brewmaster15]

This idea did not even cross my mind…. No offense to anyone, but I hope I don’t see one any time soon

I'd be surprised if they made Glo Discus.. too difficult to breed, too long to mature, and too small a market to be worth the investment, IMO.

[Vanman]

I'd be surprised if they made Glo Discus.. too difficult to breed, too long to mature, and too small a market to be worth the investment, IMO.

Let's hope so.

[illumnae]

A local hobbyist reports he saw angelfish with the fluorescent gene in a fish show. I'm intrigued.

It's been done since 2012: https://www.taipeitimes.com/News/tai.../09/2003547259

I'm guessing the trend didn't catch on as I don't see them often, even in Asia where I'm located.

[brewmaster15]

I'm finally going to get rich from breeding fish! HURRAY! I just noticed 1 unique Baby Ram out of 75+ boring normal.ones. It clearly carries the balloon gene and parrot
gene.

A Normal Gold Ram

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My ultra special "Gold Balloon Parrot Ram"

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This will be huge! I can not believe how lucky I am!

[Second Hand Pat]

[brewmaster15]

Now now Pat.. you know you want to be added to fry list..admit it.

[Second Hand Pat]

Not for any "special" fry but otherwise you are reading my mind
Pat