Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Galaxy Rasbora (Celestial Pearl Danio)'s adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
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Galaxy Rasbora (Celestial Pearl Danio)
Danio margaritatus
Where to buy
Compare prices from SA aquarium shops listing Galaxy Rasbora (Celestial Pearl Danio).
What Galaxy Rasbora (Celestial Pearl Danio) costs in South Africa
7 price points from 6 shops over 90 days
R45
cheapest of 5 shops today
↤ R51med R65R92
Great price−31%Up 55.6% versus the previous two months
SA median R65 across 6 shops over the last 90 days.
6 shops
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
The Celestial Pearl Danio, often called Galaxy Rasbora, is a stunning nano fish with a dark blue body covered in iridescent, pearl-like spots and red-striped fins. They are somewhat shy and do best in a heavily planted tank with other small, peaceful species. Males will display vibrant colors as they compete for female attention.
Key traits
peaceful
shoaling
community
nano
moderate
omnivore
Compatibility
Select a tank to see how this species fits.
Care guide
Everything you need to keep Galaxy Rasbora (Celestial Pearl Danio) healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6.5–7.5 and 22–26°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Galaxy Rasbora (Celestial Pearl Danio) is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Galaxy Rasbora (Celestial Pearl Danio) is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Tankmates
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding
Breeding notes for Galaxy Rasbora (Celestial Pearl Danio) vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
Keeping monster fish?
Big fish are big waste producers — oversized filtration and heavy-duty food carry the tank.
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Price history — last 90 days
SA price range this month: R45–95 · Average: R62
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Often kept with
Real pairwise verdicts for Galaxy Rasbora (Celestial Pearl Danio), not a same-category guess. Always confirm adult size and your tank's specifics before buying.
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