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danio

danio

7.5
A small bright freshwater fish that people often keep in aquariums and use in labs
  • noun
  • /ˈdeɪni.oʊ/
  • Specialized
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  • Many biology labs use danios because they are easy to care for and breed quickly.
  • danio fish

Examples

  • A danio can help researchers understand genetic diseases in humans.

  • My favorite fish is the danio.

  • The scientist observed the behavior of the danio in the aquarium for her experiment.

  • The danios swim together in the tank.

  • Zebra danios are known for their playful nature and colorful stripes, making them popular choices for home aquariums.

  • If you're starting an aquarium, consider adding danios because they are hardy and make great companions for other fish.

  • The researcher observed the behavior of the danio in a controlled environment to study its social interactions.

Synonyms

zebrafish
vsdanio
  • Specialized
1 3.9

A small freshwater fish with black and white stripes often used in scientific research

is a small brightly colored freshwater fish kept in aquariums and used in research

Surface Forms

danio singular
danios plural

Etymology

Danio is a scientific Latin name for a small, brightly colored freshwater fish often kept in aquariums and used in labs. The name probably comes from local South Asian words for little river fish, so a helpful way to remember danio is to think 'small, colorful aquarium fish' used by scientists.