Pearl danio

Danio albolineatus

Familia : Cyprinidae

PezAgua dulcecyprinids

A small active and peaceful fish, recognizable by its iridescent blue-green lateral line. Ideal for community aquariums.

Estado IUCN
LC
Preocupación menor

Descripción

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.

Hábitat

Región :

Clear, well-oxygenated streams and rivers

Distribución :

Parámetros recomendados

Temperatura2226 °C
pH6.57.5
GH515 °dGH
KH38 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 30 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.5 mg/L

Cuidado

Dificultad
1/5
Dieta
Omnívoro
Tanque mín.
60 L
Grupo mín.
6
Tamaño adulto
6 cm
Esperanza de vida
4 años
Temperamento
Pacífico
Propagación

Notas de cuidado

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.

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