Giant danio feed on mosquito larvae, chironomous larvae, white worms, chopped earth worms, or commercially available pet food. Giant danios are found in fast-flowing streams, usually in hilly areas. Giant danios prefer shaded and clear water. They also prefer gravel or sand sediment. Giant danios are shoaling fish, meaning they are found in social groups. Giant danio breeding can be induced in captivity. In captivity, breeding is induced by increasing water temperature and creating artificial rain. Juveniles begin to resemble their adult form after 65 days of development. Females are larger than males and also possess a more rounded abdomen. Males interested
Danio margaritatus Danio margaritatus Danio margaritatus, the celestial pearl danio, often referred to in the aquarium trade as galaxy rasbora or "Microrasbora" sp. 'Galaxy', is a small cyprinid from Myanmar. It has so far been found only in a very small area near Hopong east of Inle Lake, at an altitude of over 1,000 m (3,400 ft). Its habitat is part of the Salween basin, namely the Nam Lang and Nam Pawn Rivers. Discovered in 2006, the species quickly appeared in the aquarium trade, where its small size and bright colours made it an instant hit. This is a small, plump danionin