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Freshwater fishPearl Danio (School of 6)
Pearl Danio (School of 6)
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A small group of these pearl danios will look like a quick-moving translucent orb.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Danio albolineatus |
| Origin | Myanmar, Thailand and Sumatra |
| Care Level | Easy, good for beginners |
| Temperament | Peaceful, very active |
| Adult Size | Up to 2½" |
| Lifespan | 3–5 years |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Water Temperature | 68–79°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 |
| Group Size | Sold as a school of 6 |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 1" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Danios are fast swimmers, so give them open swimming space, a filter, plants around the edges and a tight-fitting lid, since they jump. Make sure the tank is fully cycled (which takes several weeks) before adding fish.
Feeding: Feed a quality flake or small pellet once or twice a day, only as much as they eat in a couple of minutes. They also enjoy frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.
Tankmates: Danios get along with most peaceful community fish, such as tetras, rasboras, barbs, corydoras and livebearers. Their speed can stress slow, long-finned fish like bettas and fancy guppies, and large predatory fish will eat them.
Good to know: Pearl danios have a pinkish-blue mother-of-pearl shimmer that shows best with side lighting and a dark background. Danios are fast and jump when startled, so keep a lid on the tank.
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