Giant Danio

Devario aequipinnatus

Minimum Tank Size

55 gal

Temperature

72–81°F

PH

6.0–8.0

Adult Size

4–6 in

Temperament 

Peaceful but very active schooling fish

Care Difficulty

Beginner–Intermediate

Diet & Feeding

Omnivore; quality flakes/pellets with varied frozen/live foods.

Care Instructions

Use a tight lid and provide a long tank for constant swimming.

Flow & Filtration

Good oxygenation and moderate current suit this active species.

Planted Tank Suitability

Good if open swimming lanes are retained.

Tank Mate Compatibility

Good Tank Mates
  • Rainbowfish
  • Robust Barbs
  • Larger Peaceful Fish

Use Caution 
  • Angelfish
  • Gourami

Avoid
  • Betta
  • Slow Long-finned Fish

Compatibility Notes

Their speed and activity can stress slow or timid fish.

Breeding Notes

Egg-scatterer.