Giant Danio
Giant Danios are a hardy and peaceful species, ideal for beginner fish keepers. They are a larger Danio suited to larger aquariums and are a highly energetic fish. A mated pair may pair for life.
Giant Danio's are native to fast flowing clear streams in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, and northern Thailand.
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Features of Giant Danio's:
- Larger species of Danio; grows up to 10cm
- Gold shimmering body with dark grey stripes running laterally
- Long but rounded body with a forked tail
- Do best in groups of 6 or more
- Care level: Beginners
Giant Danio : Care, Diet and Tank Mates
The Best Aquarium Size:
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Giant Danio Diet:
Tank Mate Compatibility:
Giant Danios are compatible with peaceful fish of a similar size. Avoid keeping with slow-swimming, long-finned fish because Giant Danios are known to be fin-nippers and may view small species as a snack.
Great tank mates for your Giant Danio include:
Giant Danio Tank Setup:
Aquarium Filtration for Danios
The Giant Danio's like to swim in medium to fast moving water. Good water flow can be created with use of good filtration systems. Cannister filters are a good option to create a generous amount of water flow.
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Aquarium Plants for Danio's
Danios thrive in a well-planted aquarium, especially where dense plants are located to the side and back. They will enjoy open swimming space in the forefront of the aquarium.
Interested in live plants for your aquariums? Browse live plants here.
Aquarium Decorations for Danio's
Add aquarium ornaments such as: Kazoo handmade fish decorations, caves, rocks, and driftwood in your aquarium to create a fun playground for them to swim around.
Check out our Aquarium Ornaments.
Aquarium Lighting for Danio's
Danio's prefer subdued lighting. Adjustable LED lighting uses less energy, creates less heat and can be adjusted to ensure your fish are happy and healthy. Aquarium lighting is necessary for the photosynthesis required for healthy aquarium plants.
Looking for the ideal aquarium lighting? Shop fish tank lighting here.
Aquarium Substrate for Danio's
Danio's prefer a fine gravel or sandy substrate. If keeping live aquarium plants, consider using a nutrient rich aquasoil to optimize plant growth.
A variety of Substrates are available at Coburg Aquarium.
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Description
Giant Danios are a hardy and peaceful species, ideal for beginner fish keepers. They are a larger Danio suited to larger aquariums and are a highly energetic fish. A mated pair may pair for life.
Giant Danio's are native to fast flowing clear streams in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, and northern Thailand.
Shop live danios online delivered with confidence with our livestock guarantee.
Features of Giant Danio's:
- Larger species of Danio; grows up to 10cm
- Gold shimmering body with dark grey stripes running laterally
- Long but rounded body with a forked tail
- Do best in groups of 6 or more
- Care level: Beginners
Giant Danio : Care, Diet and Tank Mates
The Best Aquarium Size:
After an Aquarium for your fish? Browse our Aquarium Tank Selection here.
Giant Danio Diet:
Tank Mate Compatibility:
Giant Danios are compatible with peaceful fish of a similar size. Avoid keeping with slow-swimming, long-finned fish because Giant Danios are known to be fin-nippers and may view small species as a snack.
Great tank mates for your Giant Danio include:
Giant Danio Tank Setup:
Aquarium Filtration for Danios
The Giant Danio's like to swim in medium to fast moving water. Good water flow can be created with use of good filtration systems. Cannister filters are a good option to create a generous amount of water flow.
Browse aquarium filters here.
Aquarium Plants for Danio's
Danios thrive in a well-planted aquarium, especially where dense plants are located to the side and back. They will enjoy open swimming space in the forefront of the aquarium.
Interested in live plants for your aquariums? Browse live plants here.
Aquarium Decorations for Danio's
Add aquarium ornaments such as: Kazoo handmade fish decorations, caves, rocks, and driftwood in your aquarium to create a fun playground for them to swim around.
Check out our Aquarium Ornaments.
Aquarium Lighting for Danio's
Danio's prefer subdued lighting. Adjustable LED lighting uses less energy, creates less heat and can be adjusted to ensure your fish are happy and healthy. Aquarium lighting is necessary for the photosynthesis required for healthy aquarium plants.
Looking for the ideal aquarium lighting? Shop fish tank lighting here.
Aquarium Substrate for Danio's
Danio's prefer a fine gravel or sandy substrate. If keeping live aquarium plants, consider using a nutrient rich aquasoil to optimize plant growth.
A variety of Substrates are available at Coburg Aquarium.
