{"product_id":"pearl-danio-danio-albolineatus","title":"Pearl Danio – Danio albolineatus","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pearl Danio (\u003cem\u003eDanio albolineatus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a lively and peaceful freshwater schooling fish admired for its subtle pearl-like iridescence. Under good aquarium lighting, this species can show soft hints of pink, blue, gold, and silver as it moves actively through the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePearl Danios are hardy, beginner-friendly, and excellent for peaceful community aquariums. Their constant movement adds activity to the upper and middle levels of the aquarium, especially when they are kept in proper schools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIridescent pearl sheen with soft pastel tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive, fast-moving schooling fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy and beginner-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful community fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for planted freshwater aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDanio albolineatus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pearl Danio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southeast Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful and active\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–78°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore; offer quality flakes, micro pellets, frozen foods, and small live foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePearl Danios do best in aquariums with open swimming space, stable water quality, and gentle to moderate water flow. A planted aquarium with open areas for schooling works very well and can help them feel more secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep Pearl Danios in groups of 6 or more to encourage natural schooling behavior, reduce stress, and help bring out their best activity and coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePearl Danios are easy to feed and accept a wide variety of foods. Offer quality flakes or micro pellets as a staple diet, along with frozen or live foods such as daphnia, brine shrimp, and bloodworms for variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Tankmates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePearl Danios are peaceful community fish and do well with other active, non-aggressive species. Good tankmates may include other danios, tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, livebearers, and peaceful gouramis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid aggressive fish or very slow, long-finned species that may become stressed by the danios’ constant activity. While Pearl Danios are generally peaceful, they may nip long fins if crowded, stressed, or kept in too small of a group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshwater community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanted tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner fish keepers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquarists looking for active schooling fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful mid-level and upper-level movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Pearl Danios good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Pearl Danios are hardy, adaptable, and easy to care for, making them a great choice for beginner aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo Pearl Danios need to be kept in a school?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Pearl Danios should be kept in groups of 6 or more. A proper group helps reduce stress and encourages natural schooling behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Pearl Danios fin nippers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are generally peaceful, but they may nip very long fins if crowded, stressed, or kept in too small of a group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo Pearl Danios like water current?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey appreciate gentle to moderate flow, but strong current is not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Pearl Danios good for planted tanks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Pearl Danios do very well in planted aquariums, and plants can help them feel secure while showing better coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePearl Danios are a great choice for aquarists looking for a hardy, peaceful, and active schooling fish for a freshwater community aquarium. Visit Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming, or shop online for freshwater fish, live plants, and aquarium supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53034404774101,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/4545\/8133\/files\/PearlDanio2_1024x1024_2x_abc691d7-425e-4d99-aff8-fa29bf8aac1b.webp?v=1769178205","url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/pearl-danio-danio-albolineatus","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}