{"product_id":"longfin-zebra-danio","title":"Longfin Zebra Danio (Danio rerio)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLongfin Zebra Danio (Danio rerio)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a beautiful variation of the classic Zebra Danio, featuring elegant flowing fins paired with the iconic blue and silver horizontal striping that has made Zebra Danios one of the most popular freshwater fish in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for their active swimming behavior, hardiness, and peaceful temperament, Longfin Zebra Danios are excellent fish for beginners, planted aquariums, and community tanks. Their constant movement and schooling behavior bring life and activity to the upper levels of the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese adaptable fish tolerate a wide range of water conditions and are often recommended as one of the best freshwater fish for new hobbyists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDanio rerio\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Longfin Zebra Danio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–2.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 64–78°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Top to Midwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchooling Fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Longfin Zebra Danios?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Classic blue and silver zebra striping\u003cbr\u003e✔ Elegant long flowing fins\u003cbr\u003e✔ Extremely hardy and adaptable\u003cbr\u003e✔ Perfect beginner fish\u003cbr\u003e✔ Active schooling behavior\u003cbr\u003e✔ Great for community aquariums and planted tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongfin Zebra Danios thrive in aquariums with open swimming space and plenty of room for schooling. They enjoy planted aquariums but should always have unobstructed areas where they can swim freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA secure lid is highly recommended because Danios are excellent jumpers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended setup:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 gallons or larger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen swimming areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate water flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable water conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSchool of 6 or more fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongfin Zebra Danios are omnivores and readily accept:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality tropical 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\u003eCommunity fish foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA varied diet promotes healthy growth and vibrant coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongfin Zebra Danios do well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther Danios\u003c\/li\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\u003ePlaties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEndlers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwordtails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful Gouramis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid slow-moving fish that may become stressed by their energetic activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSchooling Behavior\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongfin Zebra Danios are social fish that should always be kept in groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended group sizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum: 6 fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal: 8–12+ fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger schools encourage natural behavior and reduce stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Longfin Zebra Danios beginner friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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