Heckels, what do you think?

[fishpedagogue]

I purchased some heckels from my LFS about a month ago. I usually do not buy discus from the LFS, however I could not resist. Everyone told me that they were difficult to care for however, (touch wood) I have not had any problems.

[fishpedagogue]

Here is another picture of my heckels

[Condor]

I like 'em!

[goheel]

How big are they? and how much did you pay for them?

[fishpedagogue]

How big are they? and how much did you pay for them?

The body size is 4". I paid $59 Canadian for them.

[fishpedagogue]

Here is my last picture

[nacra99]

Nice!

[pcsb23]

I think you've probably got yourself a very good deal. They look good. Some tlc, good food and water and they should do really well. My (limited) experience is that Heckels are a bit more sensitive to water quality than most.

Take care and good luck,

[RyanH]

I've had Heckels for about a year now and they're the hardiest fish that I own. They will eat anything I put in the tank and are really outgoing.

I do soften their water a litte bit (TDS around 110) and I keep their tank immaculate. They've rewarded me with their health and vigor. No pairs yet though. I may play around with their water someday and try to get them to breed.

Honestly, they've been a real joy to have in my fishroom.

[bumblebee]

Your heckel looks a little thin to me, other than that, it looks pretty nice. very deep heckel color.

Your snowball looks very attractive in the second picture, very distinctive black and white, so cute.

Alex

[fishpedagogue]

Thank you for the kind words. I love wilds, I find them to be tougher than the domestics. They are also greedy little buggers. The only drawback is that good specimens are hard to find here in Canada.

[Lee C]

I like the $200 Pleco Black/White spots

[Moon]

Where did you get your Heckels from? The price is good. I am looking for some.
Joe

[fishpedagogue]

Where did you get your Heckels from? The price is good. I am looking for some.
Joe

I got them from the Big Als in Brampton. It's not part of the corporate chain like the one in Oakville. The fishroom manager Frank is very skilled and knowledgeable. He gets really nice south american fish that are hard to find. I go there at least once a month. If I see them I will P.M. you. I see them in that store about once a year.

[Moon]

Thanks. I know Frank. I'll give him a call.