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Bala Shark

Your live fish or rock may not match the image shown due to natural variations in each species. Each companion animal is different in shape, color, and personality.

 

Bala Shark

The term "shark" is applied to many unrelated fish with a similar body shape. Although this species is called a Bala Shark, it is actually a type of minnow. These hardy and curious fish add personality and character to an aquarium. The Bala Shark is distinct in its appearance with a shiny silver body and yellow and black dorsal and caudal fins. This particular shark does best in groups of three or more sharks in a planted tank with driftwood and rocks. As this species is know to jump, a tight fitting lid is highly recommended. A tank with plenty of horizontal swimming space is also a must.

To ensure complete nutrition provide a variety of foods. This should include, but not be limited to foods such as flake food, pelleted food, frozen or freeze dried brine shrimp, frozen or freeze dried bloodworms, and frozen omnivore preparations.

Bala Shark


Internet Price: $3.99 - $21.54

   Quick Statistics
Temperament: Community
Family: Cyprinidae
Native To: Sumatra and Borneo
Diet: Omnivore
Adult Size: Up to 14"
Temperature: 72° - 82°F
Water Parameters: pH 6.5-7.5, KH 10-15
Care Level: Moderate
Tank Size: 30+ gallons
Scientific Name: Balantiocheilus melanopterus
Environment: Freshwater
  • Not a true shark, but has a similar body shape
  • Active and hardy fish that can grow to a larger size
  • Does best in groups of three or more

1.5"-2.5" Length
SKU: 1032240
$3.99
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1.5"-2.5" Length
3 @ $3.79 each
SKU: 1032240M3


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1.5"-2.5" Length
6 @ $3.59 each
SKU: 1032240M6


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