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Redtail Black Shark

Epalzeorhynchos bicolor

Redtail Black Shark (Epalzeorhynchos bicolor) aquarium profile: minimum 55 gallon tank, 5.5 inch adult size, 74-80°F temperature range, and moderate care. Can usually be planned as a single specimen or small group depending on temperament.

TerritorialHigh energyModerate care
Redtail Black Shark aquarium fish
55 galMinimum tank
5.5 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
74-80°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
6.5-7.5
GH
5-15 dGH
KH
3-10 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Assertive
Fin nipping
2/5
Territory
4/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore
Diet difficulty
1/5
Care difficulty
3/5

Planning Notes

assertive or territorial
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