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Albino Red Tailed Shark

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Albino Red Tailed Shark

Albino Red Tailed Shark

Scientific Name

Epalzeorhynchus bicolor
Family: Cyprinidae
Origin: Thailand
Adult Size: 5 inches (12 cm)
Social: Territorial, can be aggressive
Lifespan: 5-10 years
Tank Level: Bottom, Mid dweller
Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallon
Diet: Omnivore, eats most foods
Breeding: Egglayer - difficult to breed
Care: Easy to Intermediate
pH: 7.0
Hardness: up to 15 dGH
Temperature: 72-79 F (22-26 C)
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