Rainbow Shark
Epalzeorhynchos frenatum
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Last updated: November 18, 2025
Overview
Slender, dark body with bright red fins.
Origin: Southeast Asia
Family: Cyprinidae
Physical Characteristics
Maximum Size: 15.00 cm
Temperament: Territorial
Care Level: Moderate
Diet Type: Omnivore
Habitat Requirements
Water Type: Freshwater
Temperature Range: 22.0°C - 26.0°C
pH Range: 6.5 - 7.5
Water Hardness: 5 - 11 dGH
Minimum Tank Size: 120 liters
Care and Feeding
Diet Information:
Algae, sinking pellets, live food.
Care Level:
Moderate
Breeding
Breeding Difficulty: Moderate
Rare in home aquariums.
Compatibility
Territorial
Can be aggressive towards similar-shaped fish.