Fin's Fish Guide
The Queen danio (Devario regina) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
The Queen danio is a danio (Danionidae) from clear, flowing streams and rivers of Thailand and the Mekong basin in Southeast Asia. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a slender, laterally compressed, silvery body with glossy blue or golden longitudinal lines and small barbels. As a lively, social schooling fish it swims in the upper and middle layer and snaps at insects, larvae and small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Queen danio?
The Queen danio has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Queen danio live?
The Queen danio lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. Asia: Myanmar, India, Laos, Thailand
How big does the Queen danio get?
The Queen danio grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Queen danio dangerous to humans?
No, the Queen 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.
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Same genus Devario
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