Galaxy Pearl Tiger Hybrid (Danio margaritatus Hybrid)

Details

Species: Galaxy Pearl Tiger Hybrid (Danio margaritatus Hybrid)
Commonly related to: Celestial Pearl Danio (Galaxy Rasbora)

The Galaxy Pearl Tiger Hybrid is a striking nano fish combining the iconic pearling of the Celestial Pearl Danio with bold tiger-like striping. This rare hybrid offers intense coloration, electric pattern contrast, and active schooling behavior — making it a standout in planted nano aquariums.

Description

This hybrid showcases a deep blue to green base body covered in metallic pearl-like spotting, enhanced with subtle vertical tiger barring. Bright red to orange fins add contrast, especially in males. Under quality lighting and planted aquascapes, their colors become incredibly vibrant.

Active yet peaceful, they constantly move through midwater, displaying natural schooling behavior when kept in groups.

Care Level

Easy to Moderate

Temperament

Peaceful, active schooling fish
Best kept in groups of 6 or more (8–12 recommended for best coloration and confidence)

Size

Up to 1 inch (2.5 cm)

Lifespan

3–5 years with proper care

Diet

Omnivorous

Thrives on:

• High-quality micro pellets

• Crushed flakes

• Frozen foods (baby brine shrimp, daphnia, cyclops)

• Occasional live foods for enhanced color and breeding conditioning

A varied diet brings out the strongest pearling and red fin coloration.

Tank Size

Minimum 10 gallons
Larger tanks recommended for larger schools

Water Parameters

Temperature: 72–78°F (22–26°C)
pH: 6.5–7.5
Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

Stable water conditions and gentle flow preferred.

Behavior & Compatibility

Excellent community fish for nano setups. Compatible with:

• Chili Rasboras

• Emerald Rasboras

• Celestial Pearl Danios

• Pygmy Corydoras

• Shrimp (in heavily planted tanks)

Avoid large or aggressive tank mates.

They thrive in planted aquariums with moss, stem plants, and open swimming areas.

Notes

• Rare hybrid variation with enhanced patterning

• Brilliant pearling with tiger-style striping

• Ideal for aquascapes and nano tanks

• Colors intensify in planted, well-fed environments

• Best kept in schools for natural behavior