Rainbow Shark (Labeo) (Labeo frenatus)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameLabeo frenatus
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asRuby Shark, Red-Finned Shark
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietomnivore
Adult size6 in
Minimum tank size50 gallons
Water parametersTemp 72-81°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 5-15 dGH
Appearance
Gray to black body with red-orange fins; historically listed under Labeo before transfer to Epalzeorhynchos.
Difficulty and care for the Rainbow Shark (Labeo)
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Southeast Asia (Mekong and Chao Phraya basins)
Keeper notes
Territorial shark-minnow (the older binomial for the rainbow shark); keep one per tank with caves and floor territory.
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