Species Profile: Inlecypris auropurpureus

Common Name:   Lake Inle Danio, Royal Danio

Species Photo by: www.aquariumglaser.de

Description:   Inlecypris auropurpurea is a small species of danionin fish endemic to Lake Inle in Myanmar. It is a schooling species associated with submerged vegetation. It prefers hard Alkaline fast flowing cool water between 65-75 Fahrenheit. It is harvested for aquarium trade, and may be sold under the common name "Lake Inle Danio" or "Royal Danio"

Category:   Cichlids

Global Region:   Southeast Asia

Distribution:   Lake Inle, Myanmar