{"product_id":"white-butterfly-discus-symphysodon-aequifaciatus","title":"White Butterfly Discus (Symphysodon aequifaciatus)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"55\"\u003eBlue Diamond Discus — \u003cem data-start=\"25\" data-end=\"53\"\u003eSymphysodon aequifasciatus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"56\" data-end=\"80\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"56\" data-end=\"80\"\u003ePure color. Pure calm.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"455\"\u003eThe white butterfly Discus is the definition of clean elegance. Unlike patterned strains, this variety showcases a solid, luminous powder blue that shimmers like polished sapphire under proper lighting. The absence of heavy striping or spotting allows the metallic sheen to become the focal point, giving the fish a smooth, glass-like finish that glows against dark backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"762\"\u003eOriginating from Amazonian floodplain bloodlines, discus are known for their calm, gliding movement. The white butterfly moves slowly and deliberately, often hovering in formation when kept in groups. In a well-maintained aquarium, a school creates a refined, gallery-like display rather than chaotic motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"960\"\u003eReaching \u003cstrong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"787\"\u003e6–8 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, this strain is highly social and thrives in stable, warm environments. Once comfortable, they quickly recognize feeding routines and gather confidently at the front glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"965\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 gallons for a small group (125+ gallons preferred long-term)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eGroup Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 or more recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bare bottom or fine sand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle to moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003eDécor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimalist layout with open swimming space; driftwood optional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate (enhances blue sheen)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong biological filtration with stable parameters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003eBest with peaceful, warm-water species:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003eCardinal Tetras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003eRummy Nose Tetras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003eCorydoras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003ePeaceful plecos\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eCalm eartheaters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eAvoid aggressive cichlids and fin-nipping species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 82–88°F (28–31°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1680\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–6.8 preferred (can adapt slightly higher if very stable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft water preferred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eWater Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely clean and stable; 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