Discus Fish Juveniles for Sale in York
Historic Yorkshire city with countryside breeders all around it. Discus are the kings of the freshwater aquarium — disc-shaped, richly coloured and demanding of pristine, warm, soft water.
Quick answer
How much do Discus Fish juveniles cost in York?
Discus Fish juveniles typically cost £30–£150 in York. Sellers must be verified before advertising on PetTrader, puppies and kittens cannot be sold under 8 weeks old, and Discus Fishs live around 10–15 years. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying.
- Typical price
- £30–£150
- Lifespan
- 10–15 years
- Size
- 15–20cm
- Exercise
- Large, warm, heavily filtered aquarium
Live Discus Fish listings in York
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Buying a Discus Fish in York
Discus Fish adverts in York come from local breeders, private owners and rescues, who are asked to complete a photo ID and live selfie check — look for the Verified badge. Typical prices sit around £30–£150, and demand in and around York means good litters are often reserved quickly — message the seller through PetTrader rather than paying a deposit off-site.
Check the seller's badges
Look for Verified, Licensed Breeder, KC Registered or Insured badges on York adverts — each one is confirmed by our team against uploaded paperwork.
View at the seller's home
Under Lucy's Law, juveniles must be seen with their mother at the place they were bred. Never meet at a car park, station or motorway services near York.
Ask for local paperwork
Request the microchip number, vet records, worming and vaccination dates, plus the council licence number if the seller is a licensed breeder in York.
Set your travel radius
Use the distance filter with your postcode to see Discus Fish adverts within 10, 25 or 50 miles of York instead of scrolling the whole country.
Budget beyond the price
On top of the £30–£150 purchase price, plan for insurance, food, vaccinations and neutering — ongoing costs in York are usually higher than rural areas.
Pay safely
Keep conversations in PetTrader messaging, never pay by bank transfer to hold an animal you haven't seen, and report anything that feels wrong to our team.
Read the full pet buying safety guide or browse all pets for sale in York.
About the Discus Fish
Temperament
Peaceful, shy, shoaling
Size
15–20cm
Lifespan
10–15 years
Exercise needs
Large, warm, heavily filtered aquarium
Grooming
Frequent large water changes and daily testing
Best suited to
Experienced aquarists with large tanks
What to know before buying a Discus Fish in York
- •Needs 28–30°C and very clean, soft water
- •Keep a group of at least six
- •Minimum 250-litre tank for a proper group
- •Always view the animal in person at the seller's home before paying a deposit.
Discus Fish buying questions
How much do Discus Fish juveniles cost in the UK?+
Discus Fish juveniles typically sell for £30–£150 in the UK. Wild-caught and premium strains such as blue diamond and pigeon blood cost the most.
Are discus hard to keep?+
They are demanding: high temperatures, soft acidic water, frequent large water changes and a peaceful tank. They are not a first tropical fish.
How many discus should I keep together?+
At least six. Smaller groups lead to bullying, as one fish becomes dominant with no way for others to spread the pressure.
Where can I find Discus Fish juveniles for sale near me?+
The live adverts on this page come from breeders, private sellers and rescues across the UK. Filter by county or town to find discus fish close to you, and always view the animal in person before paying anything.
Are there Discus Fish juveniles for sale in York right now?+
Live Discus Fish listings in York are shown at the top of this page. Availability changes regularly, so check back or widen your search to nearby areas if nothing is listed today.
How far should I travel to buy a Discus Fish near York?+
Most UK buyers travel up to an hour to view a puppy or kitten. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying anything — never arrange a meeting in a car park or service station.
Are Discus Fish sellers in York checked by PetTrader?+
We ask every seller advertising in York to complete a photo ID and live selfie check, and breeders add their council licence and microchip details. Accounts reviewed by our team carry badges such as Verified, Licensed Breeder and Insured.