Search Dictionary
Definition of longfin zebra danio
longfin zebra danio
Plural:longfin zebra danios
longfin zebra danio Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A popular freshwater aquarium fish that is a selectively bred variety of the zebra danio (Danio rerio), native to South Asia but widely cultivated in captivity for its distinctive horizontal blue and gold stripes and elongated, flowing fins.
Example
"The longfin zebra danio is an active and hardy schooling fish, making it an excellent choice for beginner aquarists."
• Nearby Words
Word Origin & Etymology
A descriptive common name combining 'longfin' for its selectively bred flowing fins, 'zebra' for its horizontal stripes, and 'danio', derived from the Bengali word 'dhani' (meaning 'of the rice field'), referencing its native South Asian habitat.
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Longfin zebra danio. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/longfin zebra danio