{"product_id":"giant-danio-devario-aequipinnatus","title":"Giant Danio | Devario aequipinnatus","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Giant Danio is a big, muscular schooler that flashes blue and gold as it tears around the tank. Reaching around 10–12 cm, it is hardy, peaceful and endlessly active — but fast and large, so it needs a roomy tank and a good-sized shoal to feel secure and look its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to the fast-flowing streams, rivers and hill waters of Sri Lanka and the west coast of India. It lives in clear, well-oxygenated, moving water, often in loose shoals near the surface, which explains its love of current, space and swimming room.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA streamlined, elongated body patterned with iridescent blue and gold longitudinal stripes and blotches that shimmer as it moves. Both sexes are colourful, though females are typically deeper-bodied and males a touch slimmer and more intensely marked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeaceful but very fast and boisterous, so it suits robust, active tankmates rather than shy or slow ones. It is a true shoaling fish and should be kept in a group of six or more — ideally eight to ten — to curb any fin-nipping and bring out natural behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn easy omnivore that takes almost anything. Feed a quality flake or small granule as the staple, with frozen and live foods such as bloodworm, daphnia and brine shrimp to keep it in peak colour and condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide a long tank with open swimming space, some current and a secure lid, as this danio is an accomplished jumper. It is hardy and tolerant of a wide range of conditions, including cooler rooms, making it an excellent, undemanding fish for a spacious community.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn egg-scattering, non-guarding spawner. A well-conditioned group scatters adhesive eggs among fine plants, and the adults will eat them if given the chance. A separate breeding tank with a mesh or plant base to protect the eggs gives the best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDevario aequipinnatus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGiant Danio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSri Lanka and western India\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–12 cm (occasionally to 15 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–7 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeaceful (very active schooling)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250+ litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnivore (micro)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22–28 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0–8.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–19 dGH (soft to medium-hard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalinity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable (freshwater)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpacious, active community aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther robust, active fish such as larger barbs, rainbowfish, medium tetras, gouramis, peaceful larger catfish and mild cichlids that can keep pace with its energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery small or timid fish, long-finned slow swimmers such as fancy guppies and bettas, and delicate nano species that will be stressed by its speed and bustle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Small (1-5cm)","offer_id":55232875364643,"sku":"AA1489-S","price":6.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (5-10cm)","offer_id":55232875397411,"sku":"AA1489","price":8.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large (10-15cm)","offer_id":55232875430179,"sku":"AA1489-L","price":13.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/Giant_Danio_7f31595b-8b15-49e6-81d0-26e12002b04f.jpg?v=1781700585","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/giant-danio-devario-aequipinnatus","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}