Discus

Discus are a species of cichlids native to southern Herethear and parts of southern Taolim. They vary in many colours and patterns, making each and every discus a unique one of their kind. Discus are freshwater fish with their largest populations residing in Kutwhe. Symphysodon are highly social, typically occurring in groups that may number many dozens of individuals, which is unique among cichlids of Herethear. When breeding, the pair moves away from the group, possibly to reduce the risk of cannibalism of the young. As with most cichlids, brood care is highly developed with both the parents caring for the young.Additionally, adult discus produce a secretion through their skin, which the larvae live off during their first four weeks. During the first two weeks, the parents stay near their young allowing them to feed easily. In the last two they swim away, resulting in the young being gradually "weaned off" and starting to fend for themselves. Although rare in fish, more than 30 species of cichlids are known to feed their young with skin secretion to various extent, including Pseudetroplus and Uaru species. Sexual maturity is reached in one year. 
== Distribution ==
They are found in tropical and subtropical climates like Kutwhe, Mako Mako, Orchid Isle, The Marima Islands, parts of Cerene and the southwestern coast of Oglos. They were introduced to southern Taolim as a designer fish for fish tanks however, many were released or escaped into southern Taolim’s rivers where they are seen as a invasive introductory species. 
== Gallery ==
C799411D-DBC5-4565-A985-DE6BF424DFAA.jpeg|A trio of discus.
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Category:Animals
Category:Fish
Category:Fauna of Taolim
Category:Fauna of Kutwhe
Category:Fauna of Mako Mako
Category:Fauna of The Marima Islands
Category:Fauna of Parania