Description
Zebra Danio (Danio rerio) – Energetic Stripes for Every Aquarium
The Zebra Danio is a classic favorite among aquarists, known for its lively behavior and bold horizontal stripes. With alternating blue and silver lines running the length of its body, this active swimmer adds both visual interest and dynamic movement to any freshwater tank. Originating from South Asia, Zebra Danios are hardy, adaptable, and perfect for both beginners and experienced hobbyists.
Their energetic nature and playful interactions make them a joy to watch, especially when kept in schools that enhance their natural behavior.
Key Features:
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Latin Name: Danio rerio
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Common Name: Zebra Danio
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Coloration: Blue and silver horizontal stripes from head to tail
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Temperament: Peaceful, active, and social
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Size: Up to 2 inches
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Tank Requirements: Minimum 10 gallons; prefers open swimming space with some planting
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Diet: Omnivorous—flakes, pellets, live and frozen foods
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Compatibility: Excellent for community tanks; keep in groups of 6 or more for best behavior
Tips:
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Use a secure lid—Zebra Danios are enthusiastic jumpers.
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Keep them in a group to prevent fin nipping and promote natural schooling.
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Ideal tankmates include other peaceful, fast-swimming species.
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Regular feeding with a varied diet helps maintain their vibrant coloration.
Why Choose This Fish?
The Zebra Danio is a lively, low-maintenance fish that brings energy and charm to any aquarium setup. Its resilience, striking pattern, and ease of care make it an excellent choice for community tanks and beginners looking to start their fishkeeping journey.
Click & Collect
Livestock will only be bagged once you arrive, or if you contact us in advance to request it ready beforehand.
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.
Pre-Order
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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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