Zebra Danio (Danio rerio)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameDanio rerio
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asZebrafish, Zebra Fish
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
Silver-gold body with five horizontal dark blue stripes running from gills to tail.
Difficulty and care for the Zebra Danio
Easy
Origin and habitat
South Asia (India, Bangladesh, Nepal)
Keeper notes
Generally peaceful but boisterous; can nip slow long-finned fish if kept in too small a group.
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