Zebra Danio
Brachydanio rerio
Origin: Eastern India through Bangladesh.

Temperament: Community fish. Fairly well behaved.

Size: Up to 5cm (2")

Temperature: 68-79°F or 20-26°C

pH Level: 6.5 to 7.0

Food: Flake food, pellets, worms, crustaceans, insects.

Tank Setup: No special requirements. Best in a tank of 24" or more.

Breeding: Spawning takes amongst plants. Fairly difficult as parents are carnivorous.

Sexing: Difficult. Female is larger than the male, male is more coloured..

Comments: Suitable for the beginner. Best kept in a school of six or more fish.
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