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LONGFIN LEOPARD DANIO
LONGFIN LEOPARD DANIO
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The Longfin Leopard Danio (Danio rerio) is an active, peaceful freshwater fish known for its distinctive leopard-like spots and elegant, flowing fins. It is a popular and hardy community fish, well-suited for beginner aquarists.
Appearance
- Coloration: The body has a brownish-gold or silver metallic base color stippled with many bluish-gray or dark spots, resembling a leopard's pattern.
- Fins: Its most notable feature is the long, flowing, veil-like fins, which are a result of selective breeding and are significantly longer than those of a standard Leopard Danio.
- Size: They are a small fish, typically growing to a maximum size of 2 to 3 inches (5 to 6 cm).
- Sexual Dimorphism: Males are generally more slender and torpedo-shaped, while females have a rounder, fuller belly, especially when bearing eggs.
Behavior and Habitat
- Temperament: The Longfin Leopard Danio is a very peaceful and social fish. It is highly active and energetic, known for its quick, darting movements throughout the middle and top levels of the aquarium.
- Schooling: It is a schooling species and should be kept in groups of at least six individuals to promote natural behavior and reduce stress. They can be compatible with other small, peaceful fish like tetras and rasboras, but may nip the fins of slow-moving, long-finned tank mates.
- Aquarium Environment: They thrive in a well-planted aquarium that also offers open areas for swimming and benefits from moderate water flow. A tight-fitting lid is recommended, as they are known to jump.
Care
- Diet: As omnivores and micropredators, they are not fussy eaters and will readily accept most high-quality dry foods like flakes and small pellets. Their diet should be varied with occasional live or frozen meaty foods such as brine shrimp or bloodworms.
- Hardiness: They are very hardy and adaptable to a range of water conditions, making them an excellent choice for beginner aquarists.
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