Dwarf danio
📖 Overview
Dwarf danio (Danio nigrofasciatus), first described by Day, 1870 is a tiny fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 3.70 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Dwarf danio is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Dwarf danio is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
The fish spawn on plants and roots during the early morning for up to 2 hours.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.5 - 7.0; dH range: 5 - 12. Tropical; 24°C - 28°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Dwarf Spotted Danio · spotted danio |
| 🌍CES | dánio tmavopruhé |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Danio-pintado |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Точечный данио |
| 🌍THA | ปลาซิวใบไผ่เล็กลายแถบ |
| 🌍UKR | Даніо крапчастий |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Dwarf danio.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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