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| Family: |
CYPRINIDAE |
| Species: |
Epalzeorhynchus (Labeo) frenatus |
| Common Name: |
Rainbow Shark: Green Fringe-lipped Shark, Ruby shark |
| Size: |
6 in (15 cm) |
| Min Tank Size:
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At least 36" in length. |
| Diet: |
Highly omnivorous, accepts most food, require plant material for proper growth |
| Behavior: |
Actice, semi-aggressive, requires a private cave or hideout. One shark per tank, aggressive towards conspecifics. |
| Water: |
Temperature 75-81°F (24-27°C), pH 6.0-8.0; dH 5-12 |
| Care: |
Medium, water quality important to good growth. |
| Communities: |
Keep with fish that can endure "rough play", may bully peaceful species. |
| Suitability: |
OK |
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