Dario dario
| Scientific name | Dario dario |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Hamilton |
| Year of description | 1822 |
| IUCN category | DD |
| Family | Badidae |
| Genus | Dario |
Introduction
Dario dario is a little fresh water fish from the Asia.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size1 cm
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Maximum size2 cm
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Longevity6 year
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Average size1 cm
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Maximum size2 cm
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Longevity6 year
How to recognize Dario dario ?
Dario dario measures between 1 and 2 cm. Given its small size, this species is commonly referred to as a "dwarf" animal. This fish is bicolore with a predominantly rouge body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilityliving as a couple
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
Dario dario is a fish living as a couple naturally found at mid-depth and near the bottom. This species is carnivorous . Measuring only a few centimeters, this small species tends to be discreet and hide in the presence of larger neighbors.
This species is territorial and does not appreciate the presence of intruders nearby, especially animals with similar behavior. However, Dario dario has little concern for non-territorial animals.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui pond sur substrat découvert
Dario dario is a fish ovipare qui pond sur substrat découvert.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature22 - 26 °C
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pH (acidity)6.5 - 7.5
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gh (hardness)5 - 15
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FlowSlow and Stagnant
Biotope presentation
This animal evolves in areas characterized by a strong presence of vegetation (aquatic and marsh plants, decaying organic matter, roots...).
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Participation & Validation
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Translation
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