Bala shark - Balantiocheilos melanopterus
Bala shark ( common name )
Balantiocheilos melanopterus ( fish name )
- Maximum size in aquariums (min-max): 30 - 40 cm ( 11.81 - 15.75 in )
- pH of water: 5.8 - 7.9
- Water hardness (dGH): 4 - 12 °N
- Recommended temperature: 22 - 29 °C ( 71.6 - 84.2 °F )
- Compatibility (temperament to it's family): peaceful (read this answer)
- Compatibility (temperament to other fish species): peaceful (read this answer)
- Place in the aquarium: Middle levels
- The way of breeding: Spawning
- Fish origin: East Asia
Information about care
Food
The Bala Shark is omnivorous and should be fed a combination of flakes, live foods and veggie matter.
Sexing
It is difficult to tell the difference between males and females.
Breeding
Bala Sharks are egg scattering fish that should not be bred in the aquarium due to its large size.
Lifespan
This fish can live up to 6 years in the aquarium.
Origin
The Bala Shark comes from Thailand, Borneo and Sumatra in Southeast Asia.
Short Description
The Bala Shark can grow to be fairly large for an aquarium fish but it can be quite peaceful if given adequate space for swimming and places for hiding. This fish has the tendency to jump very high so be sure to keep a tight lid on the top of the aquarium.
This fish is also known as Silver shark. Pictures are provided by Louise. Other pictures were provided by Mihail of Romania.
The Bala Shark is omnivorous and should be fed a combination of flakes, live foods and veggie matter.
Sexing
It is difficult to tell the difference between males and females.
Breeding
Bala Sharks are egg scattering fish that should not be bred in the aquarium due to its large size.
Lifespan
This fish can live up to 6 years in the aquarium.
Origin
The Bala Shark comes from Thailand, Borneo and Sumatra in Southeast Asia.
Short Description
The Bala Shark can grow to be fairly large for an aquarium fish but it can be quite peaceful if given adequate space for swimming and places for hiding. This fish has the tendency to jump very high so be sure to keep a tight lid on the top of the aquarium.
This fish is also known as Silver shark. Pictures are provided by Louise. Other pictures were provided by Mihail of Romania.
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