Live fish will be delivered only to selected pincodes in Kolkata and nearby areas. Here is a complete care and species profile of the Pink Zebra Fish (Danio rerio) โ...
Live fish will be delivered only to selected pincodes in Kolkata and nearby areas.
Here is a complete care and species profile of the Pink Zebra Fish (Danio rerio) โ a vibrant, hardy, and community-friendly freshwater aquarium fish.
Pink Zebra Danio
Pink GloFish Danio (fluorescent type)
Neon Pink Danio
Bio-enhanced Zebra Danio (GMO variant)
Category | Details |
---|---|
Scientific Name | Danio rerio (pink morph) |
Family | Cyprinidae |
Origin | Native to South Asia (India, Nepal, Bangladesh) โ wild-type; pink is a lab-developed morph (GloFish) |
Feature | Description |
---|---|
Body Shape | Long, streamlined, slender |
Body Color | Vibrant fluorescent pink or neon pink under LED/actinic light |
Stripes | Faint zebra-like horizontal stripes (may blend with body) |
Fins | Translucent pink or clear |
Size | 1.5 โ 2 inches (4โ5 cm) |
Lifespan | 3 โ 5 years with proper care |
๐งฌ Pink zebra danios are genetically modified (not dyed) using coral fluorescence genes โ legal and safe under GloFish brand licensing.
Parameter | Ideal Range |
---|---|
Temperature | 22 โ 28ยฐC (72 โ 82ยฐF) |
pH | 6.5 โ 7.5 |
Hardness | 5 โ 12 dGH |
Ammonia/Nitrite | 0 ppm |
Nitrate | < 30 ppm |
Feature | Recommendation |
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Tank Size | Minimum 10 gallons (preferably 15โ20 gal) |
Group Size | Best in schools of 6 or more |
Substrate | Dark gravel/sand to enhance color |
Decor | Live or silk plants, rocks, driftwood |
Swimming Space | Plenty of open space โ very active |
Lighting | Moderate to high (blue LED enhances pink glow) |
Filter | Gentle flow; sponge or HOB filter recommended |
Tank Lid | Required โ excellent jumpers! |
Attribute | Description |
---|---|
Temperament | Peaceful, fast, active |
Swimming Level | Top and mid-water zone |
Schooling | Strong schooling species |
Compatibility | Excellent community fish |
Food Type | Examples |
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Staple Diet | High-quality tropical flakes or micro pellets |
Live/Frozen | Baby brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms |
Veggies | Spirulina, algae flakes, blanched peas |
Feeding Time | 2โ3 times daily in small amounts |
โ Pink danios are quick eaters โ avoid overfeeding and provide a balanced omnivorous diet.
Feature | Details |
---|---|
Spawning Type | Egg scatterer |
Tank Setup | Breeding tank with mesh or marbles to protect eggs |
Trigger | Live food, soft water, slight rise in temperature |
Eggs Laid | 100โ300 per spawn |
Parental Care | None โ remove adults after spawning |
Fry Care | Feed infusoria โ baby brine shrimp after 5 days |
โ Peaceful Species | โ Avoid |
---|---|
Neon Tetras | Bettas |
Corydoras Catfish | Large cichlids |
Guppies & Mollies | Angelfish (may nip) |
Harlequin Rasboras | Slow, long-finned fish |
Shrimp (with caution) | Predatory or nippy fish |
๐ Weekly 25โ30% water change
๐งช Check water parameters regularly
๐ง Ensure strong oxygenation and proper filtration
๐ฟ Trim plants and clean debris
๐ Always cover the tank โ they jump!
๐ก Fluorescent pink coloration glows under blue/UV light
๐งฌ Genetically modified but healthy and safe
๐ Hardy beginner-friendly fish
๐ Active schooling species โ always moving
๐ชป Looks stunning in planted or LED-lit tanks
Trait | Details |
---|---|
Scientific Name | Danio rerio |
Common Name | Pink Zebra Fish |
Size | 1.5 โ 2 inches |
Lifespan | 3 โ 5 years |
Temperament | Peaceful, schooling |
Tank Size | 10+ gallons |
Diet | Omnivore |
Breeding | Egg scatterer |
Swimming Level | Top & Middle |
Best For | Community & LED tanks, beginners |
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