Scientific Name: Epalzeorhynchos bicolor

Please note – The image used above is for illustration purposes only; Size, colour and sex may vary. Many of our livestock species are sold as juveniles and have not yet reached their full size and colour potential. If you have any concerns about the size or colour of the livestock you wish to order, please contact our livestock team via our support centre before placing your order. Due to the large quantities of livestock orders daily, the livestock team will are unable to select fish / shrimp to meet specific gender or aesthetic needs.

Approximate purchase size : 2.5 - 4.5cm
All Pond Solutions will always endeavour to supply as close to the approximate size range as possible. Due to variations from suppliers on rare occasions this may not always be possible. Images used are to show the full potential of the fish when fully mature and are not always representative of juvenile specimens.

How easy are they to care for?
We would class these as an easy level of care

How large can they grow?
12.5cm

Where in the world are they from?
Red Tail Black Sharks are found throughout Central and Western Thailand.

What is the ideal number to keep together?
Can be kept in groups as juveniles, however they will become increasingly territorial with age and size and should be seperated at around 6-7cm, or kept in a suitably large tank to accomodate territories.

What water conditions do they require?
Ideally slightly acidic water conditions are provided between 6.5pH - 7pH however they will happily live in conditions ranging up to pH of 8.0. Temperatures should range between 20-26°C.

What should you feed them?
Will happily feed on sinking pellets, flakes and frozen / live foods.

How compatible are they with other fish?
Generally compatible depending on size, should be kept with like sized species.

Can they be bred in captivity?
It is unknown for these to be bred in the private aquarium, but most species are commercially bred.