GloFish Danio
Danio rerio color morph compatibility profile. Find the best tank mates by checking water parameters, aquarium swim zone pressure, social rules, and shrimp-safe verifications.
Core facts & bioload limits
Adult size2"
Minimum tank20 gal
Temperamentpeaceful
Group6+
- temperature64-78F
- pH6.5-8
- water_hardnessGH 5-18 dGH | KH 3-12 dKH
- plant_safetysafe
- shrimp_safetycaution
- algae_eating_rolenone
- beginner_suitabilitybeginner
Community planning & swim zone pressure
When planning a community around GloFish Danio, consider the aquarium swim zone pressure. This species primarily occupies the topmiddle zone. Balance the setup by choosing tank mates that occupy the top or bottom zones to reduce crowding and stress.
Care caveats
- notesFluorescent color morph of zebra danio; active, fast, and best in a long tank with a group.
- caveatNeeds swimming length despite small size; avoid cramped nano tanks.
- caveatCan stress slow long-finned fish with constant motion and occasional nipping.
- caveatThe fluorescent color is a trade morph, not a separate wild species.