Can celestial pearl danios live with zebra danios?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Celestial pearl danios and zebra danios get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 72–77°F. Plan on at least 10 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 72–77°F.
- pH 6.5–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: celestial pearl danios the mid, zebra danios the top.
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Care at a glance
| Celestial pearl danio | Zebra danio | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79 °F | 65–77 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–8 |
| Adult size | 1.0 in | 2.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal | 10 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Middle | Top |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can celestial pearl danios live with zebra danios?
Yes. Celestial pearl danios and zebra danios get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 72–77°F. Plan on at least 10 gal.
What temperature suits both celestial pearl danios and zebra danios?
72–77 °F. Celestial pearl danios need 72–79 °F, zebra danios need 65–77 °F.
What size tank do celestial pearl danios and zebra danios need together?
At least 10 gal, set by the celestial pearl danio. Add space for each extra fish.












