Galaxy Rasbora
Danio margaritatus · family Danionidae
Also: Celestial Pearl Danio
Parameters
- Temperature
- 20–24 °C
- pH
- 6.5–7.5
- Hardness
- 2–10 °dGH
- Tank volume
- from 40 L
- Maximum size
- up to 2 cm
- Group size
- min 8, ideal 12
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Middle
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Lifespan
- 3–5 years
Description
Discovered in 2006. Dark blue body sprinkled with light 'stars'; fins striped in black and red. Likes cool water — on the edge of tropical.
Care
A cool nano tank with dense plants and no strong flow.
Feeding
Micro-foods. Loves frozen cyclops.
Compatibility
Compatibility data not yet available.
FAQ
- Подходит ли для тёплого общего аквариума?
- Не идеально. Оптимум — 21–23 °C, что ниже комфорта большинства тропиков.
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Sources
- Wikipedia: Danio margaritatus · Wikipedia · 2026-05-22