Danio Pathirana.

Barred Danio- Danio(devario) Pathirana.

Family - Cyprinidae.

Status - Endemic,Critically endangered.

Critically endangered according to the IUCN globalRed list and national red list. Dorsally grayish lighteningTo the sides, with 7-11 metallic blue bars forming “V” or“Y” shapes, with golden to yellow and orange in betweenAnd on the sides. A dark blue stipe traverses the caudalPeduncle and extends to the extremity of the caudal fin.Recorded in the South-Western ichthyofaunal provinceAnd referred to as a point endemic species. Observed inSlow to rapidly flowing and Cascading rivers and streamsWith pebble or boulder Substrate. Prefer unsalted clearWater. They are egg caterers and can be in captivityFeeds on Zooplankton.