Danio rerio var. Butterfly Fin Red (3–3.5 inch):

Danio rerio var. Butterfly Fin Red (Red Zebra Danio, Butterfly Fin Morph)

• Size Available: 3 – 3.5 inch

• Common Name: Red Butterfly Fin Zebra Danio

• Scientific Name: Danio rerio (selective fin and color morph)

🔹 Appearance

• Distinctive elongated “butterfly” fins with flowing caudal and dorsal extensions.

• Body marked with red and orange hues compared to the standard zebra stripes.

• Streamlined body shape typical of zebra danios but more ornamental and graceful due to long fins.

🔹 Behavior

• Extremely active and playful swimmer.

• Schooling species – thrives best in groups of 6 or more.

• Peaceful; makes a great community tank fish.

🔹 Tank & Water Parameters

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons (long)

• Water Temperature: 22 – 26°C (72 – 79°F)

• pH: 6.5 – 7.5

• Hardness: 5 – 15 dGH

• Loves a well-planted tank with open swimming space and gentle water flow.

🔹 Diet

• Omnivorous – accepts flakes, pellets, frozen foods, and live foods (daphnia, bloodworms, brine shrimp).

• A varied diet enhances color vibrancy, especially red pigmentation.

🔹 Special Notes

• Hardy and beginner-friendly.

• Long fins may make them a little slower than short-finned danios, but still very energetic.

• Should not be kept with fin-nipping species due to delicate extended fins.