The Nana dwarf danio (Microdevario nana) is a fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The Nana dwarf danio is a small cyprinid (Danionidae) from clear streams, rivers and lakes of Myanmar in Southeast Asia. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a slender, laterally compressed, silvery body sometimes with a fine dark longitudinal stripe. As a lively, social schooling fish it swims in the upper and middle layer and snaps at insects, larvae, small zooplankton and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Nana dwarf danio?
The Nana dwarf danio is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Nana dwarf danio live?
The Nana dwarf danio is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Nana dwarf danio get?
The Nana dwarf danio grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Nana dwarf danio dangerous to humans?
No, the Nana dwarf danio is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Microdevario
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