Can Discus live with Thai Micro Crab?
Caution — with care
Why
- No overlapping temperature: Discus wants 82–88°F but Thai Micro Crab wants 72–79°F.
Side-by-side
| Discus | Thai Micro Crab | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 82–88°F | 72–79°F |
| pH | 5.5–7 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 1–8 dGH | 4–12 dGH |
| Adult size | 8" | 0.4" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 55 gal | 5 gal |
Together, plan on at least 55 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: An adjustable heater → Chewy
Where to buy
- Discus: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Thai Micro Crab: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Live-animal shipping: add a heat pack below 50°F, expect weather holds above 90°F, and schedule delivery for a moderate week when someone can receive it promptly.
Build a full tank around this stocking →Everything compatible with Discus · …with Thai Micro Crab