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Live plants, driftwood, and rocks can be used to create a natural environment while still allowing room for active swimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA secure lid is recommended because Danios are known to jump when startled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongfin Leopard Danios are omnivores and readily accept a variety of foods, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropical flakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicro pellets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen bloodworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaphnia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality community fish foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA varied diet helps maintain vibrant coloration and overall health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongfin Leopard Danios do well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTetras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRasboras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorydoras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCherry Barbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite Cloud Mountain Minnows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuhli Loaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwordtails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGouramis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid housing them with large aggressive fish or species that may nip their long fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSchooling Behavior\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongfin Leopard Danios are social fish that should be kept in groups of at least six individuals. 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Their peaceful temperament makes them excellent community fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo they need a heater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey tolerate cooler temperatures than many tropical fish, but stable temperatures between 68–78°F are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop healthy \u003cstrong\u003eLongfin Leopard Danios\u003c\/strong\u003e at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming. 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