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Zebra Danio

The Zebra Danio or Zebrafish (Brachydanio rerio or Danio rerio) is a tropical fish, commonly kept in aquaria, belonging to the minnow family (Cyprinidae). The fish is named for its five uniformly, pigmented, horizontal blue stripes on the side of the body; all extending to the anal fin onto the end of caudal fin rays of its tail. Zebra Danios are of no economic importance in commercial fisheries as a food fish, but very commonly known and popular in the aquarium trade. They are hardy fish and considered good for beginner aquarists. This species has been called one of the "bread and butter" fishes because of it's ease of keeping, continued popularity and it's favorable price and availability.

Listing Last Modified: Wed Feb 28 2007

 


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