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What's the best way to maintain stable pH in a discus aquarium?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Fish | Cichlid

what is the best way to control the ph in a discus tank?

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on November 23rd, 2018

Thanks for reaching out. There are many products available in pet stores for either adjusting pH up or down. Adding a buffer as a substrate (dolomite) could help regulate also. Maintaining water quality is obviously very important. Good luck.

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