Celestial Pearl Danio
General
- Geographic Origin:
- Latin Name: , danio margaritatus
- Other Names & Variants:
- Galaxy Rasbora
- Firework Rasbora
Characteristics
- Colors: Blue , White , Yellow
- Lifespan: 3.0 - 5.0 years
- Average Size: 1.0 inches
- Temperament: Communal
- Breeding Style: More research required
- Substrate Preference: Plant, Sand, Gravel, Gravel (smooth)
- Swim Zone: Bottom
Foods
The following foods are recommended for Celestial Pearl Danio.
- Algae Wafers
- Brine Shrimp (frozen)
- Brine Shrimp (live)
- Cyclops (frozen)
- Daphnia (frozen)
- Daphnia (live)
- Flakes
- Krill (freeze-dried)
- Krill (frozen)
- Krill (live)
- Micro Worms
- Pellets
Water Parameters
Parameters below are based on research and fish keeping experience. Note that fish bred in captivity can adjust to different water parameters over time. Local selection may differ.
- Water Flow Preference: Slow
- pH:
6.52 - 7.6
- Temperature: 71.4°F - 77.2°F
Tank Mates
Below are recommended tank mates based on characteristics, behavior and water parameters.
The Celestial Pearl Danio is best kept in groups of 6.
References and Additional Information
- Aquarium Co-Op - Care Guide for Celestial Pearl Danios Miniature Trout for Planted Tanks
- Aquarium Source - Celestial Pearl Danio Care Guide (aka Galaxy Rasbora)
- Fish Laboratory - Celestial Pearl Danio: Care, Tank Size, Breeding & More
- Fishkeeping World - Celestial Pearl Danio (Galaxy Rasbora) Care, Breeding, Size, & Tank Mates
- Fish Tank Advisor - Celestial Pearl Danio: Care Guide (Setup, Mates & Breeding)