However, there are some decent pairings that can live side by side with the Rainbow Shark, such as large species of cory catfish and other bottom feeders. So they won’t do well in most community tanks and will need their own special setup. These are highly territorial fish that have been observed attacking other creatures in the tank. This is due to aggressiveness on the part of the fish. Rainbow Sharks are not recommended for novice aquarium enthusiasts. Every fin is crimson red with yellow highlights, which stands out incredibly well with their dark grey and black-colored bodies. The fins are semi-transparent, which adds to its aesthetically pleasing look. These fish, on the other hand, have bright crimson fins and brilliant crimson tails. The Rainbow Shark’s fiery red tail stands out against a natural backdrop, much like the Red Tail Shark. The Rainbow Sharks (sometimes known as Ruby Sharks or Red-Finned Sharks) are a lovely accent to any freshwater aquarium. “Fish: Gourami & Rainbow Shark” by _neurotik is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 Brine shrimp when they are young, but you will likely need to gradually increase the size of their meals as they grow up.Īgainst a green-planted tank with a pitch-black substrate, the rainbow shark really pops like nothing else! Blood worms and other larger protein live snacks are good. pH needs to remain fairly high around 7.5, but anywhere between 6.5 and 8 should be “comfortable” for them.Īs omnivores, these guys will eat just about anything, But their true dietary needs are mostly protein-based. The sharks like temperatures in the region of 77 degrees at all times. They do, however, need certain water conditions and a nutritious diet to stay healthy. The Bala shark is an easy-to-care-for fish. They have mostly white/yellow bodies with red highlights and look gorgeous! If you are really lucky, You can find yourself an albino variation, But these fish are much rarer. Color variants do exist, but they are generally quite similar. The shark’s primary color is usually going to be gray with black. So make sure you have plenty of room for them! They can grow fairly large for a freshwater species too, Usually around 14 inches or so. I’ve never seen a Bala Shark sleep!įor these reasons, they’re considered to be one of the most active sharks in the fish world. They are always moving, and seem to enjoy swimming against the current. There’s a good chance they will eat your fry though, So watch out for that!īala sharks seemingly never stop swimming.
“Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center Bala Shark” by watts_photos is licensed under CC BY 2.0
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