Borneo Redfin Silver Shark Care Guide
Cyclocheilichthys janthochir
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Bioload Score
6600
- Max Size
- 25.0 cm / 10.0"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 208L (55 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 5 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Omnivorous; requires a varied diet including high-quality flake foods, pellets, and live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, bloodworms, and daphnia.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for larger community tanks with other peaceful, similarly sized fish. Avoid keeping with small species that could be intimidated or outcompeted for food.
Good to Know
The Borneo Redfin Silver Shark is known for its striking red fins and sleek, silver body, making it a visually captivating addition to large aquariums. It's not a true shark but gets its name from its shark-like appearance and active swimming behavior.
Gender Differences
Males may be slightly more slender and colorful than females, but differences are generally subtle.
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