Giant Danio
Devario aequipinnatus
Giant Danio is a middle-to-top swimmer.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 10 cm (≤ 3.9 in)
- Care level
- Beginner – Intermediate
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Swimming zone
- Middle to top swimmer
- Temperature
- 22–27 °C
- pH
- 6–8
- GH
- 5–19 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 7 years
Care requirements
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.
Because it uses the middle to upper part of the aquarium, leave enough open swimming space instead of crowding that part of the aquarium.
The listed lifespan is up to 7 years.
Water parameters
The temperature range for this fish is 22–27 °C. Compare it carefully with the aquarium target temperature instead of assuming every tropical community setup is suitable.
The pH range for this fish is 6–8. That points to a broad freshwater range, but stability is more important than sudden corrections.
The GH range for this fish is 5–19 dGH. That gives some flexibility, but sudden changes are usually more stressful than a stable value that is slightly imperfect.
Temperament and compatibility
Giant Danio needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data suggests space, boundaries, or similar-sized fish may matter.
Because this fish uses the middle to upper part of the aquarium, compatibility is easier when other fish are not all competing for the same swimming space.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the middle to upper part of the aquarium, so leave enough open swimming space for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Giant Danio should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Before adding this fish
- Choose other fish with overlapping temperature needs.
- Keep pH stable within the listed range instead of making sudden corrections.
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Offer a varied diet that matches this species.
Similar fish profiles
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FAQ
How large does Giant Danio get?
Giant Danio reaches ≤ 10 cm (≤ 3.9 in). Provide swimming room.
Is Giant Danio peaceful?
Giant Danio needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data points toward boundaries, space, or similar-sized fish.
What temperature is suitable for Giant Danio?
The temperature range for this fish is 22 to 27 °C. Choose other fish with overlapping temperature needs and avoid sudden temperature swings.