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Here is a complete care and profile guide for the Green Zebra Danio, a vibrant and active freshwater aquarium fish.
🐟 Green Zebra Fish (Danio) – Full Details & Care Guide
✅ Common Names:
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Green Zebra Danio
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Green GloFish Zebra Danio (if fluorescent)
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Green Striped Danio
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Bio-enhanced Zebra Fish (for GloFish types)
🔬 Scientific Classification:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Danio rerio (green morph) |
| Family | Cyprinidae |
| Origin | South Asia (India, Bangladesh, Nepal) – original species |
| Type | Color morph (selectively bred or genetically modified) |
🎨 Appearance & Coloration:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Body Shape | Slender, torpedo-shaped, fast swimmer |
| Base Color | Bright metallic green or fluorescent green |
| Stripes | Horizontal zebra-like stripes (silver or darker green) |
| Size | 1.5 – 2 inches (4–5 cm) |
| Lifespan | 3 – 5 years with good care |
🌟 Green Zebra Danios may be natural morphs or GloFish versions that fluoresce under blue/blacklight (not dyed, but genetically enhanced).
🌡️ Water Parameters:
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) |
| pH Level | 6.5 – 7.5 |
| Water Hardness | 5 – 12 dGH |
| Tank Type | Freshwater (community setup) |
🏡 Tank Setup:
| Feature | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Tank Size | Minimum 10 gallons (for a group) |
| Group Size | Best in schools of 6 or more |
| Substrate | Dark sand or gravel (enhances color) |
| Decor | Plants, driftwood, hiding places, open swimming area |
| Lighting | Moderate to high; blue LED enhances GloFish effect |
| Filter | Sponge or gentle-flow filter |
| Tank Lid | Necessary – zebra danios are jumpers |
🧬 Temperament & Behavior:
| Behavior | Detail |
|---|---|
| Temperament | Peaceful, energetic |
| Swimming Level | Top to mid-level swimmer |
| Social Behavior | Schooling fish – thrive in groups |
| Compatibility | Excellent with other peaceful fish |
🍽️ Feeding Guidelines:
| Food Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| Staple Food | High-quality micro pellets or flakes |
| Live/Frozen | Daphnia, brine shrimp, bloodworms |
| Vegetable Food | Spirulina flakes, crushed peas |
| Feeding Frequency | 2–3 times daily in small amounts |
✅ Green zebras are omnivores and fast feeders – offer a mix for color and energy.
🐣 Breeding Green Zebra Fish:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Spawning Type | Egg scatterers |
| Breeding Setup | Separate tank with marbles or mesh bottom |
| Spawning Behavior | Happens in early morning, often after water change |
| Parental Care | None – adults may eat eggs |
| Egg Count | 100–300 per spawning |
| Fry Care | Infusoria or powdered fry food → baby brine shrimp later |
⚠️ Separate eggs from adults soon after spawning to prevent loss.
🤝 Suitable Tank Mates:
| ✅ Compatible Fish | ❌ Avoid |
|---|---|
| Neon Tetras | Betta fish |
| Harlequin Rasboras | Slow or long-finned fish |
| Corydoras Catfish | Aggressive cichlids |
| Guppies, Mollies | Large predators |
| Shrimp (with caution) | N/A |
🟢 Best housed in peaceful community tanks with similar size fish.
🧼 Maintenance Tips:
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🔁 Weekly 25% water change
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🧪 Monitor pH and ammonia regularly
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🌡️ Keep water temperature stable
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🍃 Trim plants and vacuum debris
🌟 Highlights & Notes:
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✨ Striking green coloration with shimmering body
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💡 GloFish variants glow under blue LED (GloFish brand)
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🐠 Easy to care for and breed
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👥 Thrive in active schools
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🔒 Good beginner fish for planted or nano tanks
🧾 Summary Profile:
| Trait | Info |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Danio rerio |
| Common Name | Green Zebra Danio |
| Size | Up to 2 inches |
| Lifespan | 3–5 years |
| Temperament | Peaceful, social |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Swimming Zone | Top to middle |
| Breeding | Easy in separate tank |
| Best In | Schools of 6+, planted tank, community aquariums |
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