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Originally Posted by
discusluv
The wilds are not always pricier. Actually, they can be cheaper then domestics in some cases. The wild juveniles tend to be more expensive then domestics, however. This basically because of the difficulty in sourcing.
I dont use RO water; but, my water out of the tap is pretty well suited to both the discus and Altums. If I want to breed either, however, will need to lower the Ph. I think that this is why my discus spawns end up not being viable despite being fertilized- need to get that number around 6.5.
TDS is 85-115 depending on time of year.
Ph- 7.4
KH 3
GH 5
I do use Prime. I didnt realize it raised TDS.
Omg our tap water is so similar! Mine is
pH 7.4
KH 2
GH 2
TDS 40-80
Interesting about the pH and viable eggs. It's it because they fungus over? Tannins will add to TDS as well. The softer the water, the more you'll notice the increase.
I've considered using another method to remove chloramine for my fry tanks. My manicipality says they use chlorine, not chloramine, so technically I don't need Prime right? Just off gas for 24 hours?
Also they use phosphates to raise pH. Which is not ideal either. Idk. It was just a thought.
Last edited by angelcraze2; 06-07-2019 at 05:36 PM.
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