Devario assamensis

Devario assamensis, the Assam Danio, is native to the Brahmaputra drainage in Assam and Manipur, northeast India. It is a medium-large devario displaying the characteristic alternating blue-silver and gold horizontal bands of the genus, which intensify in well-conditioned fish. Its native habitat consists of clear, moderately fast-flowing rivers and streams at low to mid elevations. In the aquarium it is a robust and adaptable species that thrives in groups of five or more. Regular water changes, good filtration, and moderate current are the keys to long-term success. The tank must be tightly covered as the species is a competent jumper. It is completely peaceful toward other fish too large to be swallowed, making it suitable for community aquaria containing medium barbs, larger tetras, and loaches. Feed on a varied diet including flake, pellets, and frozen bloodworm.