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| Family: |
CYPRINIDAE |
| Species: |
Epalzeorhynchos frenatum |
| Common Name: |
Red-Finned Shark, Rainbow shark |
| Size: |
Up to 6 inches (15cm) |
| Habitat: |
SOUTH ASIA; Mekong, Chao Phraya and Xe Bangfai river
basins. |
| Min Tank Size: |
55 gallons. |
| Diet: |
Highly omnivorous, accepts most food, require plant
material for proper growth. |
| Behavior: |
Actice, semi-aggressive, requires a private cave
or hideout. One shark per tank, aggressive towards conspecifics. |
| Water: |
Temperature 73 to 79°F (23 – 26°C) pH range: 6.5 – 7.5; dH range:
2 - 15 |
| Care: |
Medium, water quality important to good growth. |
| Communities: |
Keep with fish that can endure "rough play", may
bully peaceful species. Do not keep more than one per aquarium. |
| Suitability: |
Not the best for beginners. |
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