Heckle Discus

scientific name

Syphysodon aequifasciata

size

Length: 9 in

characteristics

Color: some sexual dimorphism - male more red in the belly region, female more golden colored
Behavior: hide in submersed roots of marginal trees along river

reproduction/life span

Breeding: breeds at 4.5 in. " become territorial when breeding
Incubation: male does oral incubation of eggs " eggs will not hatch unless he does, he may be protecting eggs from bacteria
Offspring: parents care for fry the first days " fry feed on mucous secretions from parents skin

diet

Wild: carnivorous

habitat/range

Habitat: calm waters
Range: Rio Negro

status

not listed

oregon zoo exhibit

Amazon

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