Celestial Pearl Danio

Danio margaritatus

Also known as: Galaxy Rasbora, CPD

Formerly: Celestichthys margaritatus

A jewel of a nano fish — spotted body, barred red fins; was briefly called the Galaxy Rasbora.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

68–78°F

pH

6.5–7.5

Hardness

2–10 dGH

Max size

0.9 in

Min tank

10 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Schooling (8+)

Swim level

Middle

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

3-5 years

Breeding

Egg-scatterer

Suitability

Common

Origin

Myanmar (Inle Lake region)

Discovered in 2006, this fish was so heavily collected it nearly vanished from the trade before captive breeding caught up. Males display intensely when competing in a planted nano tank.