Rainbow Shark – Epalzeorhynchos frenatum

Scientific Name: Epalzeorhynchos frenatum
Common Names: Rainbow Shark, Ruby Shark, Red-Fin Shark

The Rainbow Shark is a striking freshwater fish featuring a dark body contrasted by vivid red-orange fins. Active and bold, it makes an impressive addition to larger freshwater aquariums but can become territorial as it matures.

Care Level: Intermediate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive / Territorial
Adult Size: Approximately 5–6 inches
Minimum Tank Size: 50–55 gallons recommended
Temperature: Approximately 75–82°F
pH: Approximately 6.5–7.5
Diet: Omnivore
Recommended Stocking: Generally one per aquarium

Provide plenty of swimming room along with caves, driftwood, plants, and rockwork to establish territories and break up lines of sight. Avoid housing adults with other Rainbow Sharks, Red Tail Sharks, or similar territorial bottom dwellers.

Feed a varied diet of quality sinking foods, algae-based foods, vegetables, and occasional frozen or live foods.

Please Note: Temperament varies between individual fish and generally becomes more territorial with maturity.

All livestock from Felipe's Fish is carefully selected and prepared for safe transport. Please review our shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee policies before ordering.