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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) – a vibrant, hardy, and community-friendly freshwater aquarium fish.
🐟 Pink Zebra Fish – Full Details & Care Guide
✅ Common Names:
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Pink Zebra Danio
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Pink GloFish Danio (fluorescent type)
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Neon Pink Danio
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Bio-enhanced Zebra Danio (GMO variant)
🔬 Scientific Classification:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Danio rerio (pink morph) |
| Family | Cyprinidae |
| Origin | Native to South Asia (India, Nepal, Bangladesh) – wild-type; pink is a lab-developed morph (GloFish) |
🎨 Appearance & Coloration:
| 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 – 2 inches (4–5 cm) |
| Lifespan | 3 – 5 years with proper care |
🧬 Pink zebra danios are genetically modified (not dyed) using coral fluorescence genes – legal and safe under GloFish brand licensing.
🌡️ Water Parameters:
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) |
| pH | 6.5 – 7.5 |
| Hardness | 5 – 12 dGH |
| Ammonia/Nitrite | 0 ppm |
| Nitrate | < 30 ppm |
🏡 Tank Setup Requirements:
| Feature | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Tank Size | Minimum 10 gallons (preferably 15–20 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 – very active |
| Lighting | Moderate to high (blue LED enhances pink glow) |
| Filter | Gentle flow; sponge or HOB filter recommended |
| Tank Lid | Required – excellent jumpers! |
🧬 Temperament & Behavior:
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Temperament | Peaceful, fast, active |
| Swimming Level | Top and mid-water zone |
| Schooling | Strong schooling species |
| Compatibility | Excellent community fish |
🍽️ Feeding Guidelines:
| Food Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| Staple Diet | High-quality tropical flakes or micro pellets |
| Live/Frozen | Baby brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms |
| Veggies | Spirulina, algae flakes, blanched peas |
| Feeding Time | 2–3 times daily in small amounts |
✅ Pink danios are quick eaters – avoid overfeeding and provide a balanced omnivorous diet.
🐣 Breeding Pink Zebra Fish:
| 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 | 100–300 per spawn |
| Parental Care | None – remove adults after spawning |
| Fry Care | Feed infusoria → baby brine shrimp after 5 days |
🤝 Compatible Tank Mates:
| ✅ Peaceful Species | ❌ 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 |
🧼 Tank Maintenance:
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🔁 Weekly 25–30% water change
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🧪 Check water parameters regularly
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💧 Ensure strong oxygenation and proper filtration
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🌿 Trim plants and clean debris
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🔒 Always cover the tank – they jump!
🌟 Highlights & Quick Facts:
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💡 Fluorescent pink coloration glows under blue/UV light
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🧬 Genetically modified but healthy and safe
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🐠 Hardy beginner-friendly fish
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💕 Active schooling species – always moving
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🪻 Looks stunning in planted or LED-lit tanks
🧾 Pink Zebra Fish – Summary Sheet:
| Trait | Details |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Danio rerio |
| Common Name | Pink Zebra Fish |
| Size | 1.5 – 2 inches |
| Lifespan | 3 – 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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