Description
Pearl Danio (Danio albolineatus) – Subtle Iridescence with Lively Charm
The Pearl Danio is a graceful and energetic freshwater fish known for its shimmering, pastel hues and elegant presence in community aquariums. With a slender body that reflects soft shades of pink, violet, and blue, it lives up to its name by adding a pearlescent sparkle to any tank.
Native to slow-moving waters of Southeast Asia, Pearl Danios are peaceful and resilient, making them ideal for beginners. Their active schooling nature is best showcased when kept in groups, where their natural colors and playful behavior truly shine.
Key Features:
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Latin Name: Danio albolineatus
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Common Name: Pearl Danio
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Coloration: Iridescent silver-pink body with hints of blue and gold; some individuals display a faint horizontal stripe
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Temperament: Peaceful, fast-moving, and social
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Size: Up to 2.5 inches
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Tank Requirements: Minimum 15 gallons; open swimming space with planted areas
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Diet: Omnivorous—quality flakes, micro pellets, and occasional live or frozen foods
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Compatibility: Great for peaceful community tanks; happiest in schools of 6 or more
Tips:
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Use subdued lighting and darker backgrounds to enhance their iridescent colors.
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Keep with similarly peaceful species to avoid stress.
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Provide gentle water flow to replicate their natural habitat.
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Stable water conditions encourage vibrant coloration and active behavior.
Why Choose This Fish?
The Pearl Danio offers a perfect combination of subtle beauty and lively energy. Its ease of care, gentle temperament, and elegant appearance make it a standout in community aquariums, especially for aquarists seeking a hardy species with a touch of shimmer.
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Local Delivery
Order anything from our in-store range and have it delivered right to you.
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Minimum spend: £50
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Delivery up to 10 miles: £10
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Delivery up to 25 miles: £20
Distances are measured “as the crow flies”, not by road.
Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date and time.
Please note, delivery may take a little longer as we often group orders together to build an efficient delivery run.
Important: If you’re ordering a large aquarium, please ensure someone is available to help unload the van on arrival.
Dry Goods Delivery
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DPD Next Day: 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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DX Next Day (Heavy Items & Small Aquariums): 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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Express Pallet: 1–3 working days
If you'd like to add more items to an existing order that hasn't yet been dispatched, please place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to combine the orders.
Please note: We currently only dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.
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Livestock Delivery
Thursday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Wednesday afternoon
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Delivered Thursday before 1pm
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Order by Wednesday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Friday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Thursday afternoon
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Delivered Friday before 1pm
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Order by Thursday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Saturday Delivery – £29
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Dispatched Friday afternoon
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Delivered Saturday before 1pm
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Order by Friday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
📦 Want to Add to an Existing Order?
No problem! Just place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to link it with your original one (as long as it hasn’t been dispatched yet).
🛒 Dry Goods Now Included!
You can now include dry goods in your livestock delivery – perfect for topping up supplies in one go.
❄️ Please note: We can’t send frozen food with livestock – please order frozen items separately.
⚠️ Delivery Exclusions
Unfortunately, we’re unable to deliver livestock to the following postcodes:
Scotland & Isles:
AB30–AB56, DD8–DD10, DG3–DG9, DG12–DG14, FK17–FK21, KA18–KA19, KA26–KA30, PA20–PA38, PA80, PH3–PH40
Cornwall Isles: TR21–TR25
All of the following postcodes are excluded:
BT, HS, IM, IV, JE, KW
Plus Channel Islands and Shetland Islands
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