Zebrafish

Zebrafish

Danio rerio
Scale 5 Diat: omnivore , Hierachy 3
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Animalia, Chordata, Actinopterygii

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An ideal model organism for research in development, genetics, and stem cell research due to its large transparent embryos and regenerative abilities. Its shiny stripes and simple needs also makes it a popular aquarium pet.

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The zebrafish (Danio rerio) is a tropical freshwater fish belonging to the minnow family(Cyprinidae) of the order Cypriniformes.[1] Native to the Himalayan region, it is a popular aquarium fish, frequently sold under the trade name zebra danio.[2] The zebrafish is also an important and widely used vertebrate model organism in scientific research, and was the […] read more
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The zebrafish (Danio rerio) is a tropical freshwater fish belonging to the minnow family(Cyprinidae) of the order Cypriniformes.[1] Native to the Himalayan region, it is a popular aquarium fish, frequently sold under the trade name zebra danio.[2] The zebrafish is also an important and widely used vertebrate model organism in scientific research, and was the first vertebrate to becloned.[3] It is particularly notable for its regenerative abilities,[4] and has been modified by researchers to produce several transgenic strains.[5][6][7]

(From: Wikipedia, June 2016)