Pearl Danio

Scientific name: Danio albolineatus

Other names: none

Life expectancy: 5+ years

Size: 2 inches or 6 cm

Family: Cyprinidae

Origin: Sumatra, Myanmar, Thailand

Habitat in the wild: ponds or small streams

Colors: iridescent white, purple hue

Diet: Omnivore

Breeding: Egglayer

Gender differences: Females are usually larger with rounded stomachs, Males are more brightly colored and skinny

Fish Aquarium Care

Minimum tank size: 20 gallons

Care level: Beginner

Waterflow: They prefer low waterflow but they are not very sensitive, a regular filter will be fine

Temperature: 64 to 74 F or 18 to 24 C

pH: 6.5 to 7.0

Aquarium Diet: Most surface foods

School size: 5+ individuals

Compatibility: Very Peaceful

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