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[ARRIVED 7-JAN-2026] Dwarf Glowlight Danio (Celestichthys choprae) 2cm-3cmDwarf Glowlight Danio (Celestichthys choprae) Vibrant nano schooling fish with glowing orange colouration, blue striping, and constant mid water movement Quick Facts Scientific Name: Celestichthys choprae Size: Approx. 23 cm Origin: Myanmar Difficulty: Easy Temperament: Peaceful schooling fish Tank Size: 30L+ recommended Is this for you? Good if: You want movement in a nano aquarium You enjoy planted or aquascaped tanks You keep peaceful community
Dwarf Glowlight Danio (Celestichthys choprae)
Vibrant nano schooling fish with glowing orange colouration, blue striping, and constant mid-water movement
Quick Facts
- Scientific Name: Celestichthys choprae
- Size: Approx. 2–3 cm
- Origin: Myanmar
- Difficulty: 🟢 Easy
- Temperament: Peaceful schooling fish
- Tank Size: 30L+ recommended
Is this for you?
✔️ Good if:
- You want movement in a nano aquarium
- You enjoy planted or aquascaped tanks
- You keep peaceful community fish
- You can keep a proper school of 6+
❌ Avoid if:
- You keep aggressive or predatory fish
- You want a solitary display fish
- You dislike active swimmers
- You run extremely bare or brightly exposed tanks
Why this fish?
The Dwarf Glowlight Danio is a small but highly visual nano species known for its bright orange body and electric blue striping.
Despite their tiny size, these fish create strong visual impact through active schooling behaviour and constant mid-water movement.
In planted tanks with darker substrate and quality lighting, their colouration becomes significantly more intense.
Common mistakes
- Keeping too few individuals
- Housing with large aggressive fish
- Providing insufficient cover or plants
- Leaving tanks uncovered → fast swimmers may jump
- Overcrowding small aquariums
Care made simple
- Temperature: 22–26°C
- pH: 6.5–7.5
- Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
- Diet: Micro pellets, flakes, frozen/live foods
- Group Size: 6+ recommended
Feeding
- Micro pellets and nano flakes
- Baby brine shrimp
- Daphnia and frozen foods
- Small frequent feeds help maintain colour
Pair with
- Chili Rasboras
- Ember Tetras
- Small Corydoras
- Shrimp and snails
- Heavily planted nano aquariums
Important Notes
- Colours intensify with darker substrate and stable water
- Best kept in schools for confidence and display behaviour
- Fast-moving species — secure lid recommended
- Juveniles continue to colour up as they mature
Glowlight Danios often look understated in bare sales tanks but transform dramatically in planted aquariums. Dark substrate, schooling numbers, and lighting make a major difference.
FAQ
Are Dwarf Glowlight Danios peaceful?
Yes. They are peaceful schooling fish ideal for community aquariums.
How many should I keep?
A minimum of 6 is recommended for natural schooling behaviour and confidence.
Can they live with shrimp?
Yes. Adult shrimp are generally safe, though very small shrimplets may occasionally be eaten.
Are they suitable for beginners?
Yes. They are hardy, adaptable, and easy to care for.
Do they jump?
Yes. They are active swimmers and a covered aquarium is recommended.
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