Fauna
Fish · GBIF taxon 2361515

Giant Danio

Devario aequipinnatus

Giant danios are energetic, schooling freshwater fish known for their shimmering blue and gold longitudinal striping and continuous darting motion through fast-moving water. In their native hill streams, schools patrol the upper and middle water column to snatch drifting invertebrates and fallen insects from the surface. During spawning events triggered by seasonal rains, pairs scatter non-adhesive eggs among rocky crevices and submerged riverine vegetation without parental care.

FreshwaterSchoolingRiverine
Giant Danio reference
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Key facts
Diet & prey
  • Midges and mosquito larvae
  • Fallen terrestrial insects
  • Small crustaceans like copepods
Predators
  • Piscivorous birds like kingfishers
  • Freshwater snakes
  • Larger predatory fish like snakeheads
ThreatsSiltation, habitat degradation from deforestation, agricultural runoff, and river damming
HabitatsFast-flowing, clear hill streams and forested rivers with gravel or rocky substrates
Life span5–7 years
Classification
  1. OrderCypriniformes
  2. FamilyCyprinidae
  3. GenusDevario
  4. SpeciesDevario aequipinnatus
Range & activity
Range data is not available yet.
Safe observation
Interaction riskLow
  1. Low
  2. Moderate
  3. High
  4. Very high
Why interaction risk is low
Safe to observe at a normal distance.
Responsible observation
  • Stream observation: Look for bright reflections in clear riffles and pools where sunlight penetrates the canopy.
  • Aquarium care: Keep in groups of six or more with tight-fitting tank lids, as they are agile jumpers.
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