Rainbow Shark
Epalzeorhynchos frenatum · family Cyprinidae
Parameters
- Temperature
- 24–27 °C
- pH
- 6.5–7.5
- Hardness
- 5–15 °dGH
- Tank volume
- from 200 L
- Maximum size
- up to 15 cm
- Group size
- min 1, ideal 1
- Temperament
- Semi-aggressive
- Swimming zone
- Bottom
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Lifespan
- 5–8 years
Description
Rainbow shark — grey body with orange-red fins. Less aggressive than the red-tail, but still territorial.
Care
One per 200+ L tank with caves. Compatible with mid-water schoolers, never another labeo-type shark.
Feeding
Omnivore: pellets, bloodworm, veg pieces. Tends to sit in cover and emerge for food.
Compatibility
Compatibility data not yet available.
FAQ
- Чем отличается от краснохвостого лабео?
- У радужного оранжево-красные ВСЕ плавники, а у краснохвостого красным только хвост. Радужный спокойнее и поэтому подходит для общего аквариума.
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Sources
- Wikipedia: Epalzeorhynchos frenatum · Wikipedia · 2026-05-22