Species profile
Gold Ring Danio
Danio tinwini
Peaceful
Easy care
60 L minimum aquarium
2.2–3 cm adult size
Mid–top
Minimum group: 8
About this species
General notes for hobby use.
Small active Myanmar danio suited to cooler, well-oxygenated community aquaria with good flow.
Water parameters
Suggested general range for long-term care.
Temperature
18–25 °C
pH
6–7.5
GH
Not yet documented
KH
Not yet documented
Flow preference
Moderate
Data confidence
Verified
Behaviour
General behaviour traits used by TanksConnected compatibility checks.
Minimum group size
Minimum group: 8
Tank zone
Mid–top
Territory level
Low
Predation risk
Shrimp fry
Bioload factor
0.5
Peaceful, highly active shoaler. Keep at least eight, provide an open swimming zone, and use a tight-fitting lid.
Compatibility flags
Quick cautions for common tank-planning issues.
Fin nipper
No
Plant safe
Yes
Shrimp safe
No / caution
Snail safe
Yes
Cave breeder
No
Digs substrate
No
Jump risk
Yes
Natural history & care
Research-backed context for long-term aquarium care.
Lifespan
Not yet documented
Diet type
Omnivore
Minimum aquarium volume
60 L
Minimum footprint
60 × 30 cm
Accepted scientific name
Danio tinwini
Alternative names
Gold Ring Danio, Burma Danio, Gold-ring Danio
Native range
Myanmar.
Natural habitat
Clear running waters. Provide good oxygenation, moderate current, plant cover and open swimming space.
Diet & feeding
Small omnivore/invertivore; feed fine dry foods with small frozen/live insects and crustaceans.
Breeding & sexing
Research-backed guidance for identifying sexes and reproductive behaviour.
Sexing
Females reach a slightly larger size and become fuller-bodied; males are slimmer.
Breeding
Egg-scattering danio with no parental care; use fine plants or mesh if deliberate breeding is attempted.