Chinese Danio Gold
✅ Level: Easy — a very active, cold-water-resistant schooling fish in a beautiful golden color variant.
The Chinese Danio Gold (Tanichthys Albonubes Gold) is a very active fish that can also be kept in cooler water. It is recognizable by its fin base, which starts red and ends white, combined with a beautiful golden body color.
🐠 Animal Specifications
| Max. length | ±4 cm |
| Temperature | 18–22°C |
| pH | 7.0–7.5 |
| Min. aquarium length | 60 cm |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Min. school size | 6 individuals |
| Breeding behavior | Egg scatterer |
| Origin | Asia |
| Family | Cyprinidae |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🏪 Pickup & Guarantee
- Only available for pickup at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal will not be shipped
- Feel free to carefully inspect the fish in the store upon pickup
- Don't hesitate to ask for advice on care or aquarium setup when picking up
✂️ Care
Keep in a school of at least 6 individuals. The Chinese Danio Gold is an active fish that enjoys varied food, as long as it is small enough to eat. Thanks to its relatively low-temperature preference, this species is also suitable for unheated aquariums.
🐠 Combination Tip
Peaceful and well-suited for combining with other calm, cold-water-resistant species. Ideal for an unheated community aquarium.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference from the regular Chinese Danio?
The Gold variant has a beautiful golden body color — the care is identical for both variants.
Can this fish live in cold water?
Yes, the Chinese Danio Gold is cold-water-resistant and can be kept well in cooler water.
How many individuals should I buy at least?
At least 6 individuals — as a schooling fish, it feels most comfortable in a group.
Do you have another question? Feel free to visit our store — we're happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
Why Aquarium Plant Shop?
- Many types of aquarium fish in stock.
- Pick up in store is possible 6 days a week.
- Livestock will not be shipped.
