Description

🔥 Heckel Discus (Symphysodon discus) – The King of the Aquarium! 🔥

The Heckel Discus (Symphysodon discus) is one of the most stunning and sought-after discus varieties in the aquarium hobby. Known for its vibrant coloration, bold vertical black bars, and regal presence, this discus is a true showstopper in any freshwater aquarium. With its deep body shape and graceful swimming, the Heckel Discus is often considered the most striking of all discus species. Please note: The picture is a representation of the species. The actual fish you receive will be similar, but coloration may vary. 🌿

Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Symphysodon discus
• Common Name: Heckel Discus
• Size at Maturity: Up to 8 inches
• Tank Size: Minimum of 50 gallons
• Temperament: Peaceful but can be territorial
• Diet: Omnivorous – enjoys high-quality pellets, flakes, and live/frozen foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and beef heart
• Water Parameters: pH 5.5-6.5, temperature 82-88°F
• Compatibility: Best kept with other discus or peaceful tank mates

The Heckel Discus thrives in well-maintained, densely planted tanks with soft, acidic water. They require stable water conditions and benefit from regular water changes. These fish do best in groups, where they can display their most vibrant colors and natural behaviors. 🌿

📦 Shipping Information

• We Ship on Mondays and Wednesdays via overnight shipping to ensure your Heckel Discus arrives safely and promptly. 🚚
• Take advantage of our flat shipping rate based on your region! Each additional item in your order adds just $2.40 to the shipping cost. This makes it easy and affordable to stock your aquarium with multiple items while benefiting from the same overnight shipping rate. 🐠
• Why is it worth it? Overnight shipping ensures healthier fish with less travel stress, giving them the best start in their new home! 🌟
• Heat Packs or Cold Packs will be included depending on the destination. To help us choose the right packaging, feel free to include a note with the temperature in your area at checkout. ❄️🔥
• To avoid delays or extended weekend holds, we aim to ship at the start of the week, but timing may depend on your location. 🗓️

✅ DOA Guarantee (Dead on Arrival)

At Source Aquatics, we stand by the quality of our fish and your satisfaction. In the rare case of a DOA:

• Photos Required: Please send photos of the fish in its sealed bag within 2 hours of the delivery timestamp. Afterward, take a photo of the fish on a napkin or paper towel. 📸
• Refund Policy: DOA refunds apply only to the fish, not the shipping costs. We ship your order as quickly as possible, but sometimes it may take 2-3 business days to prepare.

🐟 Out of Stock? No Problem!

If we’re out of stock after you’ve placed your order, you have options:

1. Choose a Replacement Fish from our collection.
2. Wait Until It’s Back in Stock – we’ll notify you as soon as it is available.
3. Request a Full Refund – we value transparency and will make it right. 💯

Order your Heckel Discus today and enjoy their regal beauty and peaceful demeanor in your aquarium! We look forward to providing you with the best shopping experience at Source Aquatics. 🌿🐠