Danio malabaricus

Common name: Malabar Danio

Origin: South Asia (native to India, particularly found in the Malabar Coast and Western Ghats)

Optimal living conditions: 22 - 28 °C temperature
6.5 - 7.5 pH
40 l+ sized aquarium

Adult fish size: 4 - 5 cm

Diet: Feed a varied diet of high-quality flakes, micro pellets, and occasional live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms. Danio malabaricus are omnivores, and they will also forage for algae and plant matter in the aquarium.

Tankmates: Peaceful species such as small tetras, rasboras, and other non-aggressive fish. Danio malabaricus are social and should be kept in schools of 6 or more. They do well in community tanks with other small, peaceful fish. Avoid keeping them with aggressive or large species that may stress them or outcompete them for food.

Note: This small chart is only the basics and is not enough for you to decide if this fish is right for you! Do your own detailed research before buying!!