Species profile
Orange-Finned Danio
Danio kyathit
Peaceful
Easy care
90 L minimum aquarium
4–5 cm adult size
Top mid
Minimum group: 8
About this species
General notes for hobby use.
Do not identify fish as D. kyathit from orange fins/common name alone. Striped aquarium fish once lumped with D. kyathit include the distinct species D. quagga; diagnostic identity matters.
Water parameters
Suggested general range for long-term care.
Temperature
18–26 °C
pH
6–8
GH
2–15 dGH
KH
Not yet documented
Flow preference
Moderate–high
Data confidence
Verified
Behaviour
General behaviour traits used by TanksConnected compatibility checks.
Minimum group size
Minimum group: 8
Tank zone
Top mid
Territory level
None
Predation risk
Tiny fry
Bioload factor
0.5
Active, robust shoaling danio. Keep a good group with a long swimming run, oxygenated water and a tight lid.
Compatibility flags
Quick cautions for common tank-planning issues.
Fin nipper
No
Plant safe
Yes
Shrimp safe
Yes
Snail safe
Yes
Cave breeder
No
Digs substrate
No
Jump risk
Yes
Natural history & care
Research-backed context for long-term aquarium care.
Lifespan
4–6 years
Diet type
Omnivore
Minimum aquarium volume
90 L
Minimum footprint
90 × 30 cm
Accepted scientific name
Danio kyathit
Alternative names
Orange-Finned Danio, Danio kyathit, Brachydanio kyathit
Native range
Upper Ayeyarwady drainage, Kachin State, Myanmar.
Natural habitat
Clear forest streams and tributaries with stones/gravel, seasonal flow and well-oxygenated water.
Diet & feeding
Small insects, crustaceans and other invertebrates plus prepared foods; use varied flakes/pellets and frozen/live foods.
Breeding & sexing
Research-backed guidance for identifying sexes and reproductive behaviour.
Sexing
Females are fuller-bodied; males are slimmer and show stronger orange/red fin and body coloration.
Breeding
Egg-scattering cyprinid with no parental care; adults will eat exposed eggs and fry.