Danionella cerebrum Care Guide
Danionella cerebrum
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Bioload Score
600
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 1.4 cm / 0.6"
- Temperature
- 24–27°C (75–80°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.0
- Min Tank Size
- 40L (11 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 8 fish
- Tank Level
- Mid-Top
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Not well studied, known to accept various aquarium foods like flakes
Community Compatibility
Best kept in a peaceful nano community with very small, non-boisterous tankmates that will not outcompete it for food.
Good to Know
Danionella cerebrum is a tiny, translucent and peaceful fish whose nearly see-through body makes it a fascinating curiosity in nano aquariums.
Gender Differences
Males possess more robust skeletal structures associated with sound production, including thickened supporting elements near the swim bladder.
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