{"product_id":"lake-inle-danio-inlecypris-auropurpurea","title":"Lake Inle Danio (Inlecypris Auropurpurea)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLake Inle Danio | A Rare and Endemic Schooling Fish From Myanmar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Lake Inle Danio (Inlecypris auropurpurea) is a captivating and relatively rare schooling fish endemic exclusively to Lake Inle — a remarkable highland lake in Shan State, Myanmar, renowned for its exceptional biodiversity and unique aquatic life. Shimmering with a golden base tone overlaid with vertical stripes and a subtle purple-blue iridescence that intensifies under good lighting and cool, clean water, each individual displays a slightly different stripe pattern, making every fish uniquely its own. Fast, active, and endlessly entertaining in a proper school, the Lake Inle Danio is a standout choice for aquarists who want something genuinely unusual in their planted community tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThough sometimes sold under the names Tiger Rasbora or Inle Minnow, this species belongs to its own unique genus — Inlecypris — distinct from both true Danios and Devarios, and a reflection of the extraordinary fish life found nowhere else on earth but Lake Inle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Important Conservation Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Lake Inle Danio is endemic to a single lake ecosystem that faces significant pressure from habitat degradation and water quality decline. Purchasing tank-bred specimens where available supports responsible and sustainable fishkeeping practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLake Inle Danio Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare at a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eScientific name: Inlecypris auropurpurea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAlso known as: Tiger Rasbora, Inle Minnow, Inle Danio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOrigin: Lake Inle, Shan State, Myanmar — endemic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAdult size: up to 3 inches (7–8 cm) in aquarium conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMinimum tank size: 30 gallons — long tanks strongly preferred for active swimmers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTemperature: 64–77°F (18–25°C) — a cooler water species; best colour and behaviour displayed at the lower end of this range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003epH: 7.0–8.0 — prefers moderately hard, slightly alkaline water reflecting Lake Inle conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHardness: 10–25 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBest kept in groups of 8 or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLifespan: 3–5 years with good care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLake Inle Danio Tank Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA spacious, well-planted aquarium with open central swimming space, moderate to strong water flow, and good oxygenation suits Lake Inle Danios perfectly — reflecting the clear, well-oxygenated conditions of their highland lake home. Dense planting along the sides and background provides security and structure, while leaving the central area open for the fast, active schooling behaviour these fish are known for. Dark substrate helps bring out the purple-gold iridescence of their stripes, and cool, clean water makes a noticeable difference to their colour intensity. Regular partial water changes are strongly recommended as these fish are sensitive to declining water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA tight-fitting lid is absolutely essential — Lake Inle Danios are exceptional jumpers and will clear an uncovered tank without warning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding Your Lake Inle Danios\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMicropredators in the wild, feeding primarily on surface insects, invertebrates, and zooplankton. In the aquarium they readily accept high quality flake and floating micro pellet foods, and will enthusiastically take anything that hits the surface. Regular supplements of frozen or live foods such as bloodworm, daphnia, brine shrimp, and small insects will bring out their best colouration and keep them in top condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLake Inle Danio Tank Mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOther peaceful active schooling fish such as danios, devarios, and rasboras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLoaches and Garra species — natural Lake Inle companions in a biotope setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePeaceful gouramis, angelfish, and medium-sized community fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCorydoras and peaceful bottom dwellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDwarf shrimp — use caution, as these are active micropredators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAvoid very small, slow-moving, or delicately finned species that may be stressed or nipped by their active nature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAvoid fish requiring soft, acidic water — Lake Inle Danios prefer harder, more alkaline conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48503839064286,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo_c76bf674-ca83-49a4-aa92-26174c534b16.png?v=1741201181","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/lake-inle-danio-inlecypris-auropurpurea","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}