Celestial Pearl Danios — In‑House, Small‑Batch, Straight Fire
These CPDs don’t just sparkle — they detonate. Bred and raised right here at Uncle Joe’s Fish Shed, these tiny rockets flash neon spots and ruby fins like they’re showing off on purpose. Zero imports, zero dull fish, all attitude.
Why These Hit Hard
In‑house bred for insane color and tight patterns
Florida‑conditioned so they settle fast and stay bold
Fed rich micro‑foods for nonstop glow
Perfect nano‑tank showpieces that move like glitter with a pulse
These aren’t your average CPDs. These are boutique, small‑batch stunners that make your tank look instantly upgraded — the kind of fish people point at.
Celestial Pearl Danio
Basics
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Adult Size: ~1 inch
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Temperament: Peaceful, active
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School Size: Keep 8+ for best behavior
Water Parameters
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Temp: 72–78°F
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pH: 6.5–7.5
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Hardness: Soft–moderate
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Tank Size: 10+ gallons
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Flow: Low–moderate
Diet
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Micro‑pellets
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Crushed flakes
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Baby brine, daphnia, microworms (color boosters)
Tank Setup
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Planted tanks strongly recommended
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Dark substrate makes colors pop
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Floating plants help them feel secure
Behavior Notes
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Tight schooling nano fish
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Great with shrimp and other peaceful species
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Flashy, active, and full of motion
Pro Tips from the Shed
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Feed small amounts 2–3x daily
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Keep water clean and stable
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Bigger groups = bolder color and tighter schooling
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Basics
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Scientific Name: Danio margaritatus
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Adult Size: ~1 inch
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Temperament: Peaceful, active
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School Size: Keep 8+
Water Parameters
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Temperature: 72–78°F
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pH: 6.5–7.5
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Hardness: Soft–moderate
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Tank Size: 10+ gallons
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Flow: Low–moderate
Diet
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Micro‑pellets
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Crushed flakes
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Baby brine, daphnia, microworms
Tank Setup
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Planted tanks strongly recommended
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Dark substrate enhances color
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Floating plants increase confidence
Behavior
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Schooling nano fish
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Peaceful with shrimp and other gentle species
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Active, flashy, and highly visible in planted layouts
Breeding Tips
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Use a separate breeding tank with fine plants or spawning mops. We use an auto breeder parts to be available soon with a video tutorial on youtube
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Cooler temps (72–74°F) help trigger spawning
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Condition adults with live foods
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Remove adults after eggs are laid — they will eat them
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Fry start on infusoria/powder foods, then move to baby brine
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