Kerr's danio
Danio kerri
FishFreshwater
Danio kerri, Kerr's danio, is a small cyprinid from Southeast Asia. It reaches 5-6 cm. Its body is silvery with bright blue and gold horizontal stripes, and its fins are often yellow. Males are more colorful than females. It is a schooling fish that swims in the upper and middle layers. It is very hardy and adapts to various conditions. In the aquarium, it is active and peaceful.
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 plants and open swimming space. Perform 20% weekly water changes. Feed with flakes, fine granules, and live or frozen foods. Keep a group of at least 6. It is an excellent fish for beginners.