Description
Bala sharks hail from South east Asia. Growing up to 35cm in length, they are renowned for their shimmering silver, torpedo-like bodies that resemble mini sharks.
Bala sharks must be kept in groups of three to six to minimise stress and promote natural behaviour. They are an inherently skittish fish that can be easily startled. Be sure to secure the lid on your aquarium as they are amazing jumpers.
Bala sharks, whilst they start off small as juveniles, grow quickly and as they approach adult hood, will require an aquarium at least six foot long. Consider a soft substrate and avoid any hardscapes materials that have sharp or jagged edges, bala sharks can alter direction quickly and could become injured on something sharp in their haste to move away from what has spooked them.
Bala sharks are generally considered peaceful fish, however, when considering suitable tank mate, be mindful that they may eat smaller fish that can fit inside their mouths, such as smaller tetras, etc.
At Wirral Aquatics we feed our Bala sharks EBO pro soft spirulina, artemia, algae wafers and a selection of live and frozen foods too.
Tank compatibility & care
Compatible tank mates
Hand-picked from the species we stock
Ordering livestock
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