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Danio

Danio

8.4
A small bright freshwater fish often kept in home aquariums
  • proper noun
  • Specialized
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  • The aquarium was filled with colorful Danio swimming among the plants.

Examples

  • The Danio is a popular choice for beginners.

  • Researchers often use Danio in scientific studies due to their transparent embryos.

  • Many beginner aquarists choose Danio species because they are hardy and easy to care for.

  • Many people enjoy keeping Danios in their aquariums.

  • The Jewel Danio is known for its vibrant colors and energetic behavior in aquariums.

  • Aquarists love the Danio species for their peaceful nature and beautiful patterns.

  • In my aquarium, I have several Danio fish swimming together happily.

Synonyms

danio
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  • Specialized
7.5

A small bright freshwater fish that people often keep in aquariums and use in labs

is the genus mainly kept as a home aquarium pet rather than for research

Surface Forms

Danio main

Etymology

Danio likely comes from local South Asian names for small river fish, and a helpful way to remember it is to think of the tiny, bright freshwater fish you see in home aquariums. So, Danio is the name for a group of small, colorful freshwater fish.