Celestial Pearl Danio (Danio margaritatus)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameDanio margaritatus
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asGalaxy Rasbora, CPD, Microrasbora, Celestichthys margaritatus, Fireworks Rasbora
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size1 in
Minimum tank size10 gallons
Water parametersTemp 71-78°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 2-10 dGH
Appearance
Tiny deep-bodied fish with a dark blue body covered in pearly cream spots and red-orange fins with black banding.
Difficulty and care for the Celestial Pearl Danio
Easy
Origin and habitat
Northern Myanmar (Hopong, Salween basin)
Keeper notes
Peaceful overall; males squabble and display to each other harmlessly. Keep several females per male to spread out male sparring.
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