Red-Tailed Shark

Species/genus:   Labeo bicolor

Origin:  Thailand

Temp:  73-81°F (23-27°C)

pH:   5.5 - 7
dH:   Soft (Not Critical)

Temperament:   Individuals fight with others of their own species, otherwise they are gentle enough for a community tank of medium to large species.

Adult Size:   5in   (12cm)
Larger in the wild.

Minimum Tank Size:   10 gallon

Feeding:   Always hungry, never finicky

Breeding:  Look for spawning tube a week or 2 before spawning, fry are easily raised

Comments:   A popular species, likes a lot of room. Although easy going, it will eat tiny fish that it naturally assumes are food.

Visitor Comments

Name : Koran
Comments : Just wanted to comment that red tail sharks actually grow to about 7 inches, and the smallest possible tank size for them would be a 20 gallon, with 29g being best for an adult shark.