Danio nigrofasciatus
| Common Names: | Dwarf Danio Spotted Danio |
| Synonyms: | Barilius nigrofasciatus Brachydanio nigrofasciatus |
| Family: | Cyprinidae |
| Category: | Cyprinids |
| Distribution: | Asia; Burma. |
| Main Ecosystem: | Stream; Stream |
| Temperament: | Schooling; Peaceful. |
| Diet: | Herbivore; Herbivore |
| Care: | Feed flakes and freeze dried foods. Not hard to keep and good for beginners, though the Spotted Danio needs a long aquarium. Plants are recommended. |
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| Potential Size: | Male: 4cm (1.6") Female: 4cm (1.6") |
| Water Region: | Middle, Surface; Middle-Surface |
| Activity: | Diurnal; Diurnal |
| Gender: | The mature female is larger and has a lighter anal fin colouring than the male. |
| Breeding: | Condition the males and females separately with a variety of live foods for one week. Use at least two males for each female and remove the parents after spawning. |
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| Comments: | Not as popular as other <a href="default.asp">Danios</a>. |
| Main Colours: | Black, Silver |
| Markings: | Striped And Spotted |
| Mouth: | Not Specified |
| Tail: | Concave |
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| Submitted By: | Adam |
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