Discus and Uaru's (triangel cichlid) together?

[delmore]

Has anyone kept Discus and Uaru's in the same tank? If so, please describe how it worked out. Thanks!

[M0oN]

I've heard it can be done in very large volume tanks (150 gallons+) but the ratio of discus in comparison to uaru has to be high...

[discuscartel]

uarus are big ***** cats - beautiful fish. i have never kept them together but a tankful of uarus are a sight to see. they should get more recognition in the hobby. by the way they love frozen peas.


thanks john

[Ryan]

I have kept Uaru with very tiny angels and I know Jeff Doty used to have discus culls in with his. You need a lot of space if you are going to keep Uaru, but even more if you plan to house them with a fish like discus. Like discus, Uaru are best kept in small groups and tend to be shy and inquisitive. They are certainly a spectacular fish. They can be aggressive when spawning, though, and may rough up other fish that venture too close to their territory while breeding. Mine turned semi-aggressive toward my angels when they started showing interest in breeding.

Ryan