Red tailed shark - Epalzeorhynchus frenatus

Species Name: Epalzeorhynchus frenatus

Synonyms: Labio Bicolor

Common Name:  Red tailed shark, Red tailed black shark

Family: Cyprinidae

Order: Cypriniformes

Class: Actinopterygii

Maximum Size: 6 inches (~15 cm)

Environment: Freshwater

Origin: Thailand

Temperament: Semi-Aggressive

Company: Other semi aggressive fish. Two fish of this species should not be kept in a tank to keep aggression at a minimum.

Water Parameters: Low to mid pH (~6.0-7.5), Low to mid dH (6-19), temperatures of 74-83 (~24-28 C)

Aquarium Setup: A large aquarium, heavily planted, with plenty of hiding spots for it to claim its territory.

Feeding: Epalzeorhynchus frenatus will accept a variety of foods, including flakes, algae wafers, and meaty foods.

Breeding: Breeding in the home aquarium is extremely rare. In order to breed, a large planted tank will do best. Also, a ratio of 5:1 females to males will make spawning easier

Picture of a Red tailed shark - Epalzeorhynchus frenatus.