Leopard Danio (Danio rerio var. frankei)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameDanio rerio var. frankei
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asLeopard Zebra Danio, Danio frankei
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size2 in
Minimum tank size10 gallons
Water parametersTemp 64-77°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 5-19 dGH
Appearance
Spotted color morph of the zebra danio; gold body peppered with dark blue-gray spots instead of stripes.
Difficulty and care for the Leopard Danio
Easy
Origin and habitat
South Asia (spotted variant of Danio rerio)
Keeper notes
Same active, occasionally nippy temperament as the zebra danio; keep in good-sized groups.
Log Leopard Danio in your reef tank
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