Gold Danio (Brachydanio albolineatus)

Scientific Name(s): Brachydanio albolineatus, Danio albolineata, Nuria albolineata

 

Common Name(s): Gold Danio, Pearl Danio, Spotted Danio, Gold Zebra Danio

 

Family: Cyprinidae

 

Species Type: Cyprinids

 

Maximum Size: 2.5 inches

 

Life Span: 5 years

 

Natural Habitat: Asian streams and rivers

 

Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

 

Tank Region: Top of tank.

 

Possible Tank Mates: Other peaceful community fish.

 

Description: The gold danio is a great fish for a beginning aquarium h keeper. It is very hearty and breeds prolifically. Because the gold danio is a schooling fish, it should be kept in groups of 3 or more. It is a great community fish that can be kept with most other fish that will not eat it. Because these are active fish that like to swim, do not be surprised to find them spending time in the current created by powerheads or filters.

 

Temperature Range 68°F - 77°F

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pH Range 6 - 8

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Hardness 5° - 20°

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Breeding Information: To induce breeding, place pairs into a shallow tank with new, fresh water. Slowly raise the temperature in the aquarium to 77-80 degrees F. Provide plenty of fine leaved plants for cover and breeding areas. Once the pairs spawn, remove them from the shallow aquarium so they do not eat the eggs or fry. Pairs stay mated for life.

 

Sexing Information: Males tend to be smaller and more brightly colored than females.

 

Diet: Carnivorous - Feed a diet of meaty flake or live foods.

 

Temperment: Peaceful community fish

 

Common Diseases: None specific to species

 

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