Out of stockCurrent stock
Silver Shark
R 18.60
Peaceful / very active | 22–28 °C | 30–35 cm.
Recorded stock: 0Stock quantities aren’t live and may change.
- FulfilmentPhysical stock
- Product ID671
A large, fast schooling fish that needs far more space than most small community aquariums provide.
Fish Care Profile
| Scientific Name | Balantiocheilos melanopterus |
|---|---|
| Family | Cyprinidae |
| Origin | Southeast Asia |
| Breeding | Egg scatterer |
| Temperament | Peaceful / very active |
| Tank Level | Midwater |
| Lifespan | 8–10+ years |
| Minimum Tank Size | 500 L |
| Adult Size | 30–35 cm |
| Difficulty | Intermediate–Advanced |
| pH | 6.0–8.0 |
| Temperature | 22–28 °C |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Group Size | Best kept in groups of 5+ in a large tank |
Care Notes
Use a long tank with open swimming space, excellent filtration and a tight lid.
Representative species photograph. Size and colour may vary.