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Species Profiles -> Cyprinids -> Pearl Danio

 

Pearl Danio (Brachydanio albolineatus)

Synonyms:
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Stats:

Adult Size: 2" (5 cm)
Temp: 70-82 F ( C)
Tank: 30" ( cm) minimum

Requirements:
 Lots of open space near the top for swimming.
Diet:
 Floating food of any type is appreciated.
Breeding:
 Males: more slender, smaller, brighter colors. Tank: short with marbles and fineleafed plants for best success. Put gravid female and male in, wait. Take them out when female is slim.
Sociability:
 Keep in groups. They get along with any fish that don't require calm tankmates, and can't eat them.
Related Spec:
 (Brachydanio rerio) Zebra Danio
Special Info:
 Pearl Danios seem to be one of the ignored Danios, but are quite pretty with pink and blue on their sides.

 

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