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The Peninsular danio (Devario neilgherriensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The peninsular danio is a small cyprinid from fresh water of southern India. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a slender, silvery, laterally compressed body with a few blue and yellow longitudinal stripes on the rear half. It schools actively near the water surface of clear mountain streams and rivers and feeds on insects, small zooplankton and algae. The fish is popular in the aquarium hobby. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Peninsular danio?
The Peninsular danio has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Blue and yellow longitudinal stripes; actively schooling surface danio
Where does the Peninsular danio live?
The Peninsular danio lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Southern India
How big does the Peninsular danio get?
The Peninsular danio grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Peninsular danio dangerous to humans?
No, the Peninsular danio is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Peninsular danio edible?
The Peninsular danio is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Devario
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