Zebra Danio Longfin - 3.8cm

Species Profile

• Scientific Name: Brachydanio rerio (currently classified as Danio rerio)
• Common Name: Zebra Danio or Zebra Fish
• Adult Size: 2–2.5 inches (5–6.5 cm)
• Life Expectancy: 3–5 years, sometimes up to 6 with excellent care
• Habitat:
  • Native to streams, ponds, and rice paddies of India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan
  • Prefer shallow, slow-moving waters with lots of vegetation

  • Can tolerate a wide range of water conditions

Tank Requirements

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons for a small group (larger is better for active swimming)
• Ideal Temperature: 64–75°F (18–24°C)
  One of the few tropical fish that can tolerate cooler temperatures
• pH Range: 6.5–7.5
• Water Hardness: 5–12 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful, social, and active
  Best kept in schools of 5 or more
  Good tankmates for other peaceful community fish

Diet & Nutrition

• Omnivorous
• Eats flakes, micro pellets, frozen foods (like brine shrimp, bloodworms), and live foods
• Feed small amounts 1–2 times daily

• Enjoys a variety of food for optimal health and coloration

Breeding & Spawning

• Egg scatterers
• Easy to breed in home aquariums
• Males and females spawn over fine-leaved plants or spawning mops
• Adults will eat the eggs, so a separate breeding tank is recommended

• Eggs hatch in 2–3 days, and fry become free-swimming within a week

Appearance

• Slender, torpedo-shaped body
• Bold horizontal blue and silver/golden stripes from gill to tail

• Constant swimmers, giving the tank energy and movement

Distinctive Features

• Known for their hardiness and adaptability, making them great for beginners
• Often used in scientific research due to their genetic similarity to humans

• Available in long-fin and genetically modified “GloFish” varieties