{"product_id":"longfin-gold-zebra-danio","title":"Longfin Gold Zebra Danio (Danio rerio)(Unsexed)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring dynamic movement and glowing golden warmth to your freshwater aquarium with the \u003cb\u003eLongfin Gold Zebra Danio\u003c\/b\u003e. A captivating selective-bred variety of the classic Zebra Danio, this hardy freshwater fish features brilliant metallic gold striping and elegant, flowing fins that trail gracefully as it swims. Perfect for beginner hobbyists and experienced aquarists alike, this active schooling fish adds vibrant energy to any community tank setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eDanio rerio\u003c\/i\u003e (var. Gold Longfin)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Easy \/ Beginner-Friendly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/b\u003e Peaceful, highly energetic schooling fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.5 – 5 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 2 inches (5 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Care \u0026amp; Aquarium Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the wild \u003ci\u003eDanio rerio\u003c\/i\u003e originates from the clear, slow-moving streams and flooded rice paddies of South Asia—primarily India, Bangladesh, and Nepal—the \u003cb\u003eLongfin Gold Zebra Danio\u003c\/b\u003e is a captive-bred color and fin strain selectively developed for the home aquarium trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Environment \u0026amp; Water Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongfin Gold Zebra Danios thrive in planted aquariums with ample open swimming space. Because of their flowing fins, maintain a gentle to moderate water flow and ensure filter intakes are covered or guarded to prevent fin damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 10 gallons (a 15 to 20-gallon long tank is recommended for schools of 6+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 64°F – 77°F (18°C – 25°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003epH Range:\u003c\/b\u003e 6.5 – 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/b\u003e 5 – 12 dGH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAquascape Setup:\u003c\/b\u003e Dark substrate, natural driftwoods, and tall background plants (like Vallisneria, Anubias, or Java Fern) enhance their golden luster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Diet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese dabios are unpicky \u003cb\u003eomnivores\u003c\/b\u003e with enthusiastic appetites. Provide a varied diet to maintain vibrant golden coloration and fin health:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-quality tropical flake food and micro pellets as a staple daily diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplement 2–3 times a week with frozen or live treats such as \u003cb\u003ebrine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Mates \u0026amp; Social Dynamics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongfin Gold Zebra Danios are schooling fish and \u003cb\u003emust be kept in groups of at least 6\u003c\/b\u003e (ideally 8–10+). Schooling reduces stress and prevents minor fin-nipping behaviors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Tank Mates:\u003c\/b\u003e Peaceful community fish including Neon Tetras, Harlequin Rasboras, Corydoras Catfish, Dwarf Gouramis, Bristlenose Plecos, Cherry Shrimp, and Mystery Snails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecies to Avoid:\u003c\/b\u003e Avoid aggressive fish, large cichlids, and notorious fin-nippers like Tiger Barbs or Serpae Tetras that may target their long, delicate fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBreeding Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreeding Longfin Gold Zebra Danios is straight-forward and ideal for beginner breeders:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSetup:\u003c\/b\u003e Prepare a separate 5 to 10-gallon breeding tank with a sponge filter and a layer of glass marbles or dense Java Moss at the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConditioning:\u003c\/b\u003e Condition a male and female pair with nutrient-rich live foods for a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpawning:\u003c\/b\u003e Transfer the pair to the breeding tank in the evening. Spawning usually occurs at dawn as egg scatterers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEgg Care:\u003c\/b\u003e Remove adult fish immediately after spawning, as they will eat their own eggs. Eggs hatch in 36 to 48 hours, and fry become free-swimming a few days later, requiring infusoria or liquid fry food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePLEASE READ BEFORE ORDERING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe photos shown on fish product pages are representations of adult fish and are NOT the actual fish that you will be receiving.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease visit our “Ordering\/Shipping fish” page prior to checking out to familiarize yourself with our process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe ship fish exclusively using overnight shipping with either FedEx or UPS. We will not ship fish with lesser expensive shipping services like “Ground” or “Priority Mail”. This is to ensure the safety of the fish.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnless specified, all fish are sold as unsexed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"KGTropicals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41322429972544,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1478\/2240\/files\/watermarked_img_14420277859225351993_57c6ad33-5e88-4bf7-b4a4-92d0c20c5a4b.jpg?v=1785525717","url":"https:\/\/keepfishkeeping.com\/products\/longfin-gold-zebra-danio","provider":"KGTropicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}