Queen Danio (Devario regina)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameDevario regina
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asRegina Devario, Sind Danio (trade), Queen Devario
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size3.5 in
Minimum tank size30 gallons
Water parametersTemp 72-79°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 5-15 dGH
Appearance
Elongate devario with blue-green flanks crossed by golden longitudinal stripes, similar to the giant danio.
Difficulty and care for the Queen Danio
Easy
Origin and habitat
Thailand and Myanmar
Keeper notes
Peaceful but large and fast; its size and energy suit spacious communities and it may eat dwarf shrimp and fry.
Log Queen Danio in your reef tank
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