How to Raise Danios
  • 1. What is the recommended minimum tank size for a school of Danios?
A) 5 gallons
B) 20 gallons
C) 10 gallons
D) 2.5 gallons
  • 2. Danios are known for being which type of fish?
A) Predatory
B) Territorial
C) Bottom dwellers
D) Active swimmers
  • 3. What is the ideal water temperature range for Danios?
A) 80-85°F (27-29°C)
B) 68-78°F (20-26°C)
C) 85-90°F (29-32°C)
D) 60-65°F (15-18°C)
  • 4. What type of food is best for Danios?
A) Algae wafers
B) Live plants
C) Omnivore flakes or pellets
D) Carnivore pellets
  • 5. How many Danios should you keep in a school at a minimum?
A) 6
B) 10
C) 4
D) 2
  • 6. What is the average lifespan of a Danio?
A) 10 years
B) 1 year
C) 6 months
D) 3-5 years
  • 7. What is the ideal pH level for a Danio tank?
A) 8.0-9.0
B) 5.0-6.0
C) 9.0-10.0
D) 6.5-7.5
  • 8. What is the most common cause of death in Danios?
A) Aggression from other fish
B) Old age
C) Poor water quality
D) Overfeeding
  • 9. Are Danios egg-layers or livebearers?
A) Egg-scatterers
B) Mouthbrooders
C) Livebearers
D) Egg-layers
  • 10. What is the scientific name of the Zebra Danio?
A) Carassius auratus
B) Danio rerio
C) Betta splendens
D) Poecilia reticulata
  • 11. Danios are generally considered to be...
A) Fin-nipping fish
B) Peaceful fish
C) Territorial fish
D) Aggressive fish
  • 12. What type of filtration is recommended for a Danio tank?
A) A filter suitable for the tank size
B) Only an air stone
C) No filtration needed
D) A filter twice the size of the tank
  • 13. How often should you perform water changes in a Danio tank?
A) 10% monthly
B) Never
C) 25% weekly
D) 50% daily
  • 14. What is a common symptom of Ich in Danios?
A) Bloated abdomen
B) White spots on the body
C) Cloudy eyes
D) Frayed fins
  • 15. What type of decorations do Danios enjoy?
A) Plants and smooth rocks
B) Large aggressive tankmates
C) Empty tank
D) Sharp rocks and coral
  • 16. What should you do before adding new Danios to an established tank?
A) Add them immediately
B) Float the bag for 5 minutes
C) Quarantine them
D) Mix the water from both tanks
  • 17. What are Danios sensitive to in aquarium water?
A) Ammonia and Nitrites
B) Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide
C) Calcium and Magnesium
D) Chlorine and Chloramine
  • 18. What kind of lighting is best for Danios?
A) UV lighting
B) Very bright lighting
C) Moderate lighting
D) No lighting
  • 19. What is the best way to feed Danios?
A) Leave food in the tank constantly
B) Small portions twice a day
C) One large feeding a day
D) Feed only once a week
  • 20. Danios are native to which continent?
A) North America
B) Africa
C) Asia
D) South America
  • 21. Which of these is NOT a common type of Danio?
A) Leopard Danio
B) Rainbow Danio
C) Zebra Danio
D) Giant Danio
  • 22. What does 'dimorphism' refer to in Danios?
A) Visual differences between males and females
B) The ability to change color
C) Their schooling behavior
D) The ability to breathe air
  • 23. How can you tell the difference between male and female Danios?
A) Males have longer fins
B) Females are usually rounder
C) Males are always larger
D) Females have brighter colors
  • 24. What is the primary function of aquarium salt for Danios?
A) Lowers the pH of the water
B) Helps with osmoregulation and parasite control
C) Provides essential nutrients
D) Removes chlorine from the water
  • 25. What is the meaning of the 'cycle' process in aquarium keeping?
A) Establishing beneficial bacteria
B) Adjusting the pH
C) Adding decorations
D) Changing the water
  • 26. Which plant is generally NOT recommended for a Danio tank due to its high light demands?
A) Java Moss
B) Anubias
C) Alternanthera Reineckii
D) Java Fern
  • 27. What should you do if you notice bullying behavior among your Danios?
A) Ignore the behavior; it will resolve itself
B) Increase school size and add more hiding places
C) Remove the bullied fish
D) Isolate the bully
  • 28. What is a common substrate used in aquariums for Danios?
A) Gravel
B) Soil
C) Concrete
D) Sand
  • 29. What does 'nitrate' accumulation signify in a Danio tank?
A) Ideal water parameters
B) The end product of the nitrogen cycle
C) A lack of oxygen
D) A dangerous level of ammonia
  • 30. Why is it important to avoid overfeeding Danios?
A) They will grow too large
B) It can lead to poor water quality and health issues
C) They will become aggressive
D) They will lose their color
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