GloFish Danio (Danio rerio)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameDanio rerio
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asGloFish Zebra Danio, Fluorescent Danio, Electric Green Danio, Starfire Red Danio, Cosmic Blue Danio, Sunburst Orange Danio, Galactic Purple Danio
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size2 in
Minimum tank size10 gallons
Water parametersTemp 64-80°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 5-19 dGH
Appearance
Zebra danio expressing fluorescent protein color in red, green, orange, blue, pink or purple; colors intensify under actinic/blue lighting.
Difficulty and care for the GloFish Danio
Easy
Origin and habitat
Patented fluorescent strain of Danio rerio (captive-bred)
Keeper notes
Behaviorally identical to standard zebra danios: peaceful, active, best in groups of 6+.
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