Overview
Red Tail Black Shark is a larger freshwater fish that needs more space, strong filtration, and carefully chosen tankmates. Review adult size, temperament, and tank fit before ordering.
Red Tail Black Shark is aquarium livestock that should be reviewed carefully before ordering because specialty fish may have species-specific water, diet, flow, tank size, or tankmate requirements.
Common Name: Red Tail Black Shark
Scientific Name: Epalzeorhynchos bicolor
Care Notes: Review species requirements carefully before ordering. Some gobies and specialty fish may need specific water conditions, tank maturity, flow, diet, or tankmate planning.
Shipping & Arrival: Most in-stock livestock generally ships in 1–2 business days when weather, livestock condition, and carrier timing are safe. Open the package promptly, keep lights low, and acclimate before release.
- Type: Freshwater Fish
- Subtype: Catfish
- Adult size: Plan around adult size, not juvenile size shown in the listing.
- Minimum tank: Match the fish to an aquarium with enough volume, footprint, and filtration.
- Temperament: Semi-aggressive or larger freshwater fish need more deliberate tankmate choices.
- Care level: Best for hobbyists willing to plan around adult size and stronger bio-load.
- Temperature: Keep stable and matched to the species.
- pH: Stable freshwater parameters matter more than frequent correction.
- Diet: Use foods matched to the species and feeding behavior.
- Best tankmates: Other appropriately sized, compatible fish that share similar conditions.
- Avoid with: Tiny schooling fish, delicate shrimp, or easily bullied tankmates.
