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