(QC) Red / pink Zebra Danio (Danio rerio var. GloFish)

Description

 Red Zebra Danio 

📌 Basic Info

• Scientific Name: Danio rerio (Glowlight Red variant)

• Family: Cyprinidae

• Origin: South Asia (selectively bred and genetically modified for vibrant coloration)

• 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

• Bright neon-red body with glowing horizontal stripes.

• Peaceful, active, and hardy – beginner-friendly.

• Shoaling fish; prefers groups of 5 or more.

• Can jump – a secure tank lid is 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, and open swimming areas to highlight glow.

• 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 that may nip fins.

✅ Do’s

• Keep in schools to reduce stress and enhance color display.

• Provide hiding spots with plants or décor.

• Maintain clean, well-oxygenated water.

❌ Don’ts

• Don’t keep alone – they become stressed and shy.

• Don’t mix with aggressive fish.

• Avoid overcrowding the tank.

⭐ Quick Tips

• Bright red glow makes them extremely eye-catching in community tanks.

• Hardy, peaceful, and very active swimmers.

• Glow is enhanced under LED or actinic lighting.