Red-Tail Shark (Epalzeorhynchos bicolor)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameEpalzeorhynchos bicolor
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asRedtail Black Shark, Red-Tailed Shark Minnow, Fire Tail
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietomnivore
Adult size6 in
Minimum tank size55 gallons
Water parametersTemp 72-81°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 5-15 dGH
Appearance
Jet-black velvety body contrasted by a single bright red tail fin.
Difficulty and care for the Red-Tail Shark
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Thailand (Chao Phraya basin; endangered in the wild)
Keeper notes
Highly territorial and aggressive toward conspecifics and similar fish; keep only one per tank with defined territories and hiding places.
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