Description
Sandal Color Zebra Danio (Danio rerio var.)
📌 Basic Info
Scientific Name: Danio rerio (Sandal variant)
Family: Cyprinidae
Origin: South Asia (bred selectively from wild-type zebrafish)
Size: 1.5 – 2 inches (4 – 5 cm)
Lifespan: 3 – 5 years
Tank Zone: Mid & top dwellers
🌊 Water Parameters
TDS: 100 – 250 ppm
pH: 6.5 – 7.5
Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F)
Hardness: 5 – 12 dGH
🐟 Characteristics
Body has soft golden-beige or sandal-like coloration with faint horizontal stripes.
Active, peaceful, and hardy – beginner-friendly.
Shoaling fish; prefers groups of 5 or more.
Can jump – secure lid recommended.
🍽️ Food
Type: Omnivorous
Diet: Flakes, micro-pellets, live/frozen foods (daphnia, brine shrimp, bloodworms).
Feeding: 2–3 small meals daily; avoid overfeeding.
🛠️ Maintenance
Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons for a small school.
Filtration: Moderate flow, well-oxygenated water.
Decor: Plants, driftwood, open swimming space.
Water Change: 25% weekly.
👥 Social Behavior
Minimum Group Size: 5–6 or more (shoaling fish).
Tank Mates: Other small peaceful fish – Guppies, Rasboras, Corydoras, small Barbs.
Avoid: Large or aggressive species.
✅ Do’s
Keep in schools to reduce stress.
Provide hiding spots with plants or decor.
Maintain clean, well-oxygenated water.
❌ Don’ts
Don’t keep alone – they become stressed.
Don’t mix with very large or aggressive fish.
Don’t overcrowd the tank.
⭐ Quick Tips
Unique golden-sandal coloration adds variety to a community tank.
Hardy, peaceful, and active swimmers.
Can adapt to a wide range of water conditions.
