Adult Discus?

[jjgunshot]

Hey guys and gals :)

I was just wondering at what size/age is a discus considered adult?

I got 8 in a barebottom tank but not a clue when I can transfer them over to a planted?

[Poco]

It is hard to say by size, they could be 3inch and be 2yrs old or a 4inch and 6months old. You need to know their age to determine if they are adults or not.

[Skip]

age determines adulte

[jjgunshot]

what age is considered an adult?

[Skip]

what age is considered an adult?

to me.. anything after a 9 months to a year..

1-4 months.. fry..
4-9months.. juvies..
9-12 months.. young adult..
12 months.. adult

[Poco]

what age is considered an adult?

Ever tried using the search feature? There is a wealth of knowledge just need to find it. I'm not deterring you from asking questions though.

[moon_knight1971]

I forgot who told me but this statment seems to be true in my experience. If the tail is clear then is a sub adult. If the tail has a yellowish tint to it then its an adult.

[lipadj46]

I consider mine adults after a year

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[darcy]

I concur,after 1 year!

[sandy]

So after one yr discus become adult

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[Skip]

So after one yr discus become adult

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Yes.. No matter size

[star rider]

I wonder if this holds true for Wilds

IME, with P.Altum at least sexually they do not mature for approx 2 years.. bit of a late bloomer ;)

[nc0gnet0]

Age isn't the only thing to consider.......look at Skip for example. I would say they are adults when they reach sexual maturity....ie they are able to breed. Generally speaking however I think 1 year is the norm with certain strains taking a bit longer.


Rick

[Second Hand Pat]

I wonder if this holds true for Wilds

IME, with P.Altum at least sexually they do not mature for approx 2 years.. bit of a late bloomer ;)

Wild discus mature later also like P. album at about two years.

[amji]

if they are mating then they are adults :bandana: lol