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GloFish are a popular brand of genetically engineered freshwater aquarium fish known for their vibrant, fluorescent colors. They are not injected with dye; rather, they inherit their glow from parents modified with genes from marine organisms like jellyfish and coral. 1.
Most GloFish species (like Tetras and Danios) are hardy and maintain the same, often peaceful, behavioral traits as their non-fluorescent counterparts. Glowfish
They are tropical, requiring water temperatures between 72 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit. GloFish are a popular brand of genetically engineered
They are not bioluminescent—they will not glow in a completely dark room without a light source. Glowfish
While legal in most places, they are restricted in certain areas (e.g., California), due to regulations against introducing transgenic species into the wild.
