Glowlight Danio Medium Large
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🐟 Glowlight Danio Care Sheet
🔹 Overview
| Category | Details |
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| Scientific Name | Danio choprae |
| Common Name | Glowlight Danio |
| Origin | Southeast Asia (India, Myanmar) |
| Adult Size | 3–4 cm (1.2–1.6 in) |
| Lifespan | 3–5 years |
| Temperament | Peaceful, schooling |
| Tank Level | Mid-level |
🔹 Tank Setup
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Tank Size | 40+ liters (10+ gallons) for a small school |
| Temperature | 22–26 °C (72–79 °F) |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 |
| Hardness | 5–12 dGH |
| Substrate | Sand or fine gravel |
| Decor | Plants, driftwood, open swimming space |
| Lighting | Moderate |
| Filtration | Gentle to moderate flow |
Tips:
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Keep in groups of 6 or more for natural schooling behavior.
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Provide plenty of swimming space and some shaded areas with plants.
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Stable water parameters improve coloration.
🔹 Diet
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Type: Omnivorous
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Best Foods: Flakes, micro-pellets, frozen/live foods (daphnia, brine shrimp, bloodworms).
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Feeding Frequency: 1–2 times daily in small portions.
🔹 Behavior & Compatibility
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Peaceful and active; excellent for community tanks.
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Mid-level swimmers that enjoy open water.
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Males are slightly more colorful, especially in schools.
🧭 Tank Mate Guide
✅ Compatible Species
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Small tetras (neon, ember)
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Rasboras (chili, harlequin)
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Corydoras catfish
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Small rainbowfish
⚠️ Avoid or Use Caution With
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Aggressive or fin-nipping species
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Very large or predatory fish
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Slow-moving or delicate species
🐣 Breeding Info
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Spawning Method: Egg scatterers; use fine-leaved plants or spawning mops.
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Parental Care: None; adults may eat eggs.
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Fry Care: Feed infusoria or liquid fry food first, then baby brine shrimp.
🌿 Fun Facts
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Named for its bright orange lateral stripe, which glows under good lighting.
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Hardy, peaceful, and colorful, making it ideal for small to medium community tanks.
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Best displayed in a school to show off shimmering body colors.
