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FRESH WATER
- Vertebrate - Sharks
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Bala Shark Balantiocheilos B. melanopterus
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Bala Shark (Balantiocheilos B. melanopterus)
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| Aliases: Silver Shark |
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The Bala Shark (Balantiocheilos B. melanopterus) is sometimes called a Silver Shark. It belongs to the family named Cyprinidae. Typically reaching a max size of about 10.5 inches in length, the Bala Shark is semi-aggressive in nature and hardy in stamina. It's more active during the daytime and less at night, and will hang out across the entire tank. According to FishDB current data, captive breeding success is unreported and there are no external signs of sexual differences. Balantiocheilos B. melanopterus should not be housed in a tank less than 75 gallons in size. Tank parameters should be maintained with ph level between 6.5 - 7.4, temperature between 72 - 79 degrees fahrenheit, Some of the environmental concerns that you should strive to replicate in your home aquaria to promote succesful acclimation include a stable cave/sheltering ledge, keep 3 or more, and planted aquarium.
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