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While legal in most places, they are restricted in certain areas (e.g., California), due to regulations against introducing transgenic species into the wild.

Several species have been modified, including Zebra Danio , Skirt Tetra , Tiger Barb , Corydoras , Betta , Rainbow Shark , and Angelfish . Glowfish

To get the best look, they require blue LED lights and fluorescent decor, such as plants, gravel, and ornaments specifically designed for these tanks. 5. Legal and Ethical Considerations While legal in most places, they are restricted

Most GloFish species (like Tetras and Danios) are hardy and maintain the same, often peaceful, behavioral traits as their non-fluorescent counterparts. A common misconception is that they are injected

GloFish are fluorescent, meaning they absorb light and re-emit it, appearing to "glow" intensely under blue LED, actinic, or black lights.

A common misconception is that they are injected with dye; true GloFish are produced via safe, genetic engineering.

They are not bioluminescent—they will not glow in a completely dark room without a light source.