Assorted Danio

All Danios are assorted variety of regular, albino, longfin.

About Danio

Danios are active, hardy freshwater schooling fish known for their lively behaviour, streamlined bodies, and attractive patterns. They are an excellent choice for community aquariums and are particularly well suited to aquarists looking for an energetic schooling species.

Danios are naturally active swimmers and should be kept in groups to allow their social behaviour to develop. A longer aquarium with plenty of open swimming space is ideal, along with plants and hardscape around the edges for cover.

They are generally peaceful but can be very energetic, so they are best housed with other similarly sized, active community fish. Their constant movement makes them an entertaining addition to a planted aquarium.

Depending on the species or variety, Danios can display striking blue, gold, silver, yellow, or striped patterns.

Quick Care Guide

Scientific Name: Danio spp.
Common Name: Danio
Type: Freshwater Schooling Fish
Adult Size: Varies by species
Temperament: Peaceful / Active
Care Level: Easy
Minimum Group: 6+
Temperature: 18–26°C
pH: 6.5–7.5
Water Hardness: Soft to Moderately Hard
Diet: Omnivore
Tank Level: Midwater to Upper Levels
Suitable For: Community aquariums, planted tanks, and active freshwater setups

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Danios should I keep?

Danios are schooling fish and should ideally be kept in a group of at least 6, with larger groups generally producing more natural behaviour.

Are Danios peaceful?

Yes. They are generally peaceful community fish, although their high activity level can sometimes overwhelm very slow-moving or timid species.

What should I feed Danios?

Offer a varied diet of quality tropical flakes or micro pellets, supplemented with frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp and daphnia.

Are Danios suitable for beginners?

Yes. Their hardiness and adaptability make them one of the easier schooling fish for beginner aquarists.

Do Danios need a planted aquarium?

They don't require live plants, but planted aquariums provide cover and help create a more natural environment. Leave plenty of open swimming space as well.

Common Mistakes

Keeping too few fish
Danios are schooling fish and are much more comfortable and natural in groups.

Using a small, cramped aquarium
Their constant swimming makes a longer aquarium preferable to a tall, narrow setup.

Keeping them with very slow fish
Their energetic behaviour can stress extremely slow-moving or timid tank mates.

Overfeeding
Danios are enthusiastic feeders. Feed small portions and remove excess food.

Not providing a secure lid
Danios can be active near the surface and may jump when startled.