Pearl danio
Danio albolineatus
FishFreshwater
Danio albolineatus, the pearl danio, is a cyprinid from Southeast Asia. It reaches 5-6 cm. Its body is silvery with a metallic blue-green lateral band and golden highlights. The fins are often tinted yellow or red. It is a schooling fish that lives in groups in the wild. It is very active and enjoys moderate currents. In the aquarium, it is easy to keep and breeds readily.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22–26 |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 |
| GH | 5–15 |
| KH | 3–8 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 30 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.5 |
Care
Difficulty1/5
Dietomnivore
Min. tank60 L
Min. group6
Adult size6 cm
Lifespan4 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Soft to moderately hard water (pH 6.5-7.5, GH 5-15, KH 3-8) at 22-26°C. A minimum 60-liter tank with good flow and plants. Perform 20% weekly water changes. Feed with flakes, micro pellets, and brine shrimp. Keep a group of at least 6. It is a peaceful fish that coexists with other small fish.