Danio albolineatus
| Common Names: | Gold Danio Pearl Danio Spotted Danio |
| Synonyms: | Brachydanio albolineatus Danio albolineata Nuria albolineata |
| Family: | Cyprinidae |
| Category: | Cyprinids |
| Distribution: | Asia; South East Asia. |
| Main Ecosystem: | Stream; Stream |
| Temperament: | Schooling; Peaceful and active. |
| Diet: | Carnivore; Carnivore |
| Care: | Feed with flakes and live foods. Pearl Danios are strong, fast swimmers and they need a large tank to swim in. |
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| Potential Size: | Male: 6cm (2.4") Female: 6cm (2.4") |
| Water Region: | Surface; Surface |
| Activity: | Diurnal; Diurnal |
| Gender: | The males are smaller and more brightly coloured. A 'ripe' female is pictured above. |
| Breeding: | Higher temperatures up to 29°C in shallow, new water, planted with fine leaved plants should initiate breeding. Remove the pairs after spawning so the parents don't eat the eggs. Pairs remain together for the remainder of their lives. |
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| Comments: | Best kept in pairs or in schools. Very hardy fish and highly recommended for beginners. |
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| Markings: | Not Specified |
| Mouth: | Upturned |
| Tail: | Not Specified |
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| Image Credit: | © FishProfiles.com |
| Submitted By: | Adam |
| Contributors: | von dutch |
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