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Freshwater fishes

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499 species, each with the water it needs, who it gets along with, and where it comes from. Find one, or browse by family, genus or river.

EndangeredRarePopularPeacefulSmall (6 cm or less)Calm water✓ Strong flowSchoolingL-numbers✓ With photo Basic profiles too

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Zebra danio

Zebra danio ≈

Rasboras & danios · DanioStaple

  • 18–26°C
  • pH 6.5–8
  • Strong!
  • 2 in
  • Top/mid
  • Mixed
  • Peaceful
  • 6+ group!
Streams and paddies of India and Bangladesh

Zebra danio

Danio rerio

Streams and paddies of India and Bangladesh · stream

Temperature
18–26°C
pH
6.5–8
Adult size
2 in · 5 cm
Flow
Strong
Swims
Top and mid-water
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore
Group
6+
Typical price
$2–4
Rarity
Pet-store staple
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