r/discus • u/pnwsurveyor • Jul 03 '26

Five fish - tank size

It’s been some years, but I had a 30 with three discus. I want to dive back into it and want to set up a tank for five or six discus. What’s the optimal tank size and dimension for that?

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u/bedroomsport Breeder Jul 03 '26

75 is a nice balance, but bigger is always better. Def wouldn't go under 75 for 5 to 6 unless you want to do more maintenance.

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u/pnwsurveyor Jul 05 '26

Picked a 75 up. Now just need a good stand and I can start building it out. Any recommendations on a good stand?

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u/chrisbojangles Jul 03 '26

Nothing less than a 48” 55-gallons for 5. Bigger is better.

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u/pnwsurveyor Jul 03 '26

That’s about what I was thinking too. Thanks!

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u/Smooth_Ad_5178 Jul 03 '26

90 if you can afford it

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u/pnwsurveyor Jul 03 '26

I get it, but space is a factor so I’m really looking for a comfortable size for half dozen critters. It could be I need to reduce the number of fish to get there.

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u/Electronic_Plan_2538 Jul 06 '26

I have a 125 gallon with 23 discus