SkyCrystal

Well, I thought I was certain what I was going to put in my 46 gallon. Then when I was looking at a compatibility chart, I noticed that Angelfish and Discus are very much alike. I think it would be really cool to have a Discus, but would it be to big? On some sites it says that they need at least 50 gallons. Would 4 gallons less really make a difference? From what I understand, they get up to 8"... correct? That's only 2 inches more than the Angelfish.

Before I go any further, here's what I'm planning on putting in the tank:

6 Cherry Barbs
3 Cory cats
1 Dwarf Gourami
1 Golden Wonder Killifish
3 Kuhli Loaches
1 Bristlenose/Starry night Pleco (I'm leaning towards the Starry Night Pleco)
1 Angelfish/Discus
1 Ivory snail - possibly... Probably not

That's around 45" of fish (Counting Angelfish, not Discus).

My parents aren't to excited about the Pleco (neither are my brothers), so I could scootch that out of the picture. That frees up 4-5". Maybe I could get both the Angel and the Discus? Oh, and I have over-filtration, so slightly overstocking would not be a problem at all. What's do-able?

-SkyCrystal

Dino

Discus do better in groups.
They also prefer higher temperatures than most of other fish listed.
Go with the angelfish.

SkyCrystal

Really? I didn't know that. Cool, but un-cool at the same time. Oh well... I guess I'll end up with my original plan!

SkyCrystal

I just wanted to leave it with: When I eventually get my 55 gallon, I'll be sure to stock it with plenty of Discus!

EDIT: Ok, now I'm just going kind of nuts. Is there any way I could get a Discus sooner in my 46g?