First time shipping fish, nervous
Sold my first pair on here and the box is packed like it is going to the moon. Breather bags, 96 hour heat pack, double insulation. Tracking says out for delivery and I cannot focus at work.
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Discus Dan
@discusdan · 📍 Chicago, IL · joined Aug 2025 · Level 3
Stendker discus, quarantined 4 weeks minimum before sale.
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Shipping heat packs, 40hr vs 72hr
Testing both this month with temp loggers in the boxes. Early data says the 72s hold above 60°F for a full extra day. Will post the graphs.
Confession: I like water changes
Sunday morning, coffee, python running, podcast on. It is the only chore in my life with instant visible results.
Show me your oldest fish
My bristlenose turns nine this year. Bought as a 'temporary algae solution.' Who's got a real senior citizen swimming around?
Discus myths that need to die
1. They don't need blackwater. 2. They won't die if the temp drops to 27 for an hour. 3. Beefheart isn't mandatory. Stability beats everything.
Discus water change routine
People ask how I do 50% daily on 8 tanks, automatic drip + drain, 30 minutes of actual work a week. Setup thread coming this weekend.