{"product_id":"glofish®-starfire-red®-danio","title":"GloFish® Starfire Red® Danio","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGloFish® Starfire Red® Danio\u003c\/strong\u003e is an energetic freshwater schooling fish with vivid fluorescent red coloration. Based on the zebra danio, this active community fish is known for fast swimming, lively group behavior, and frequent movement through the upper and middle portions of the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarfire Red® Danios look colorful under standard white aquarium lighting and appear especially vibrant under blue LED lighting. GloFish® fluorescent fish are not painted, injected, or artificially dyed. Their fluorescent coloration is inherited from their parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVivid Starfire Red® fluorescent coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive freshwater schooling fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluorescent variety of the zebra danio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-moving upper- and midwater swimmer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest maintained in a group of compatible danios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for established freshwater community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor is visible under white lighting and especially vivid under blue LEDs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot painted, injected, or artificially dyed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan school with other GloFish® danio colors and standard zebra danios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFish Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e GloFish® Starfire Red® Danio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFish Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluorescent zebra danio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful, active, and energetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2–2.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e At least 6 compatible danios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Minimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons, preferably a longer aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upper and middle levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Water Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 72–80°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrite:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kept as low as practical through regular maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable water conditions are more important than reaching one exact pH or hardness value. Avoid sudden changes in temperature or water chemistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSchooling and Behavior\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarfire Red® Danios are social schooling fish and should not be kept alone. Maintain a group of at least six compatible danios, with a larger school preferred when aquarium space allows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferent GloFish® danio colors can generally be combined in the same school. Standard zebra danios may also be kept with them because they share similar behavior and care requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDanios are fast, energetic swimmers. Their constant activity may overwhelm very slow, timid, or delicate long-finned fish, so tankmates should be selected carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a fully cycled and filtered freshwater aquarium with plenty of open horizontal swimming room. A longer aquarium is generally preferable to a tall, narrow tank because danios spend much of their time swimming back and forth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a properly cycled freshwater aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide dependable filtration and good oxygenation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave ample open swimming space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd live or artificial plants around the sides and rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a secure lid because danios may jump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide moderate water movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerform routine partial water changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain a regular day-and-night lighting schedule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarfire Red® Danios remain colorful under standard white aquarium lighting. Blue LED lighting can make their fluorescent red coloration appear especially vivid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquarium lighting should not be left on continuously. GloFish recommends no more than approximately 12 hours of lighting per day so fish receive a normal period of darkness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Tankmates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose peaceful, active community fish that can comfortably live with the danio’s fast swimming and energetic behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther GloFish® danios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard zebra danios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive tetras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful barbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRasboras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorydoras catfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful livebearers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall rainbowfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther similarly sized, non-aggressive community fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid aggressive fish, species large enough to eat them, and very slow or delicate long-finned tankmates that may be stressed or chased.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGloFish® Starfire Red® Danios are omnivores and should receive a varied diet of appropriately sized foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality tropical flakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicro pellets or small slow-sinking pellets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen brine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen daphnia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen or freeze-dried bloodworms as an occasional food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed small amounts once or twice daily, offering only what the fish can consume within a few minutes. Avoid allowing excess food to accumulate in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAcclimation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn off the aquarium lights before introducing the fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloat the unopened transport bag for approximately 15–20 minutes to equalize temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGradually introduce small amounts of aquarium water into the bag or acclimation container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully net the fish into the aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid pouring transport water into the display aquarium when practical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave the aquarium lights off for several hours while the fish settle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuarantine new fish before adding them to an established aquarium whenever a suitable quarantine system is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Care Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep in a group rather than as a single fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide ample horizontal swimming room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a secure aquarium lid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not add to an uncycled aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain stable temperature and water quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid overcrowding and incompatible tankmates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide a regular light-and-dark cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever release aquarium fish into local waterways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial reproduction of GloFish® fluorescent fish is restricted by the manufacturer’s licensing terms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Starfire Red® Danios dyed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. GloFish® fluorescent fish are not painted, injected, or dyed. Their fluorescent red coloration is inherited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo they require special food or water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Their general care is the same as standard zebra danios. Provide stable freshwater conditions and a varied, high-quality diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo they glow in complete darkness?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Their fluorescence is visible when illuminated and appears especially vivid under blue LED aquarium lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan different GloFish® danio colors live together?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Different GloFish® danio colors can generally be kept together and count toward the same school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I keep only one?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeeping one alone is not recommended. Danios are social fish and should be maintained in a group of at least six.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre they suitable for a five-gallon aquarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. These are fast, active schooling fish that need more swimming room. A 20-gallon-long-style aquarium is a more appropriate starting point for a group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan they live with GloFish® tetras?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey may be kept with compatible GloFish® tetras in a properly sized community aquarium, but each fish type should have enough members of its own group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the red color fade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe inherited coloration remains with the fish, although its appearance may vary with lighting, health, stress, diet, and water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGloFish® Starfire Red® Danios are available at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming, when in stock. 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