Red Tail Shark (Epalzeorhynchos bicolor)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameEpalzeorhynchos bicolor
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asRedtail Shark, Red-tailed Black Shark, Labeo bicolor
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Dietomnivore
Adult size5 in
Minimum tank size55 gallons
Water parametersTemp 72-79°F, pH 6.5-7.5, GH 5-15 dGH
Appearance
Jet-black torpedo-shaped body with a vivid red-orange tail.
Difficulty and care for the Red Tail Shark
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Thailand (extinct in the wild; aquarium stock captive-bred)
Keeper notes
Territorial, especially toward similar-shaped/bottom-dwelling fish and its own kind; keep singly. Will chase shrimp and small fish.
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