Where do zebrafish live?
The zebrafish – Danio rerio – is a tropical freshwater fish originally found in Eastern India’s Ganges River and native to the southeastern Himalayan region. The vertebrate takes its name from the horizontal blue stripes running the length of its body.
What do danios like in their tank?
Most danios are omnivorous and will thrive on Aqueon Tropical Flakes, Color Flakes, Tropical Granules and Shrimp Pellets. Frozen and live foods can also be fed as treats or to help induce spawning.
Where do zebra Danios come from?
Zebra danios were originally thought to have originated from a wider range that stretched from Myanmar in the east and Pakistan in the west; however, the current consensus is that this species originates from a much narrower range that is contained to parts of India and Bangladesh.
How much do zebrafish cost?
| Item | Academic / Non-commercial | Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| 1st – 10th Adult Pair (1f, 1m)* | $20.00 per pair | $40.00 per pair |
| 11th – 20th Adult Pair (1f, 1m)* | $30.00 per pair | $60.00 per pair |
| 21st – 30th Adult Pair (1f, 1m)* | $40.00 per pair | $80.00 per pair |
| 31st – 40th Adult Pair (1f, 1m)* | $50.00 per pair | $100.00 per pair |
What food do zebrafish eat?
General observations and gut content analyses indicated that zebrafish consume a wide variety of animal and plant matter, including zooplankton and insects, phytoplankton, filamentous algae and vascular plant material, spores and invertebrate eggs, fish scales, arachnids, detritus, sand, and mud.
How can I tell if my danio is male or female?
Generally speaking, the female danios have rounder and deeper body shapes compared to the males regardless of whether they are carrying roe or not. Males usually have slender as well as smaller bodies compared to females. The male zebra danio has a torpedo-shaped body while the females tend to have a bigger belly.
Why are my zebra Danios chasing each other?
Zebra danios sometimes behave fiercely when they’re not in the company of many other fish. In an underpopulated tank, they’ll often nip or chase after fish of lower ranking. The presence of too many fish is also a problem for zebra danios, as it can cause them to feel extremely frustrated and anxious.