Red-tailed Black Shark Characteristics and How to Keep Them

The red-tailed black shark is a tropical fish of the carp family Epalzeorhynchos, which is native to the Chao Phraya River and the Mae Klong River in Thailand, Southeast Asia. In this article, I would like to explain in detail the characteristics of the Red-tailed Black Shark and how to keep it.

What is a Red-tailed Black Shark?

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The Red-tailed Black Shark is a tropical fish in the carp family Epalzeorhynchos. Red-tailed black sharks originate from the Chao Phraya River and the Mae Klong River in Thailand, which are located in Southeast Asia.The red-tailed black shark has a tentacle-like growth on its mouth. The red-tailed black shark has a distinctive body coloration, with a pitch-black base and a bright red tail fin.

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How to Keep a Red-tailed Black Shark

The lifespan of a red-tailed black shark is approximately 10-15 years. Their body size is approximately 10-15 cm. However, both lifespan and body size vary depending on the environment in which they are kept and the food they are fed. They prefer slightly acidic to neutral water, especially at a pH of 6.5 to 7.5. The Red-tailed Black Shark is classified as a tropical fish, so if you keep it in Japan, it will need a heater in winter.

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Points to keep in mind when mixing swimmers

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Regarding mixed swimming, first of all, the personality of red-tailed black sharks can be aggressive. They are very aggressive, especially when they are fighting with other Red-tailed Black Sharks of the same species. Therefore, if you wish to keep several Red-tailed Black Sharks together, you should take measures such as creating a hiding place with water plants.When mixing with red-tailed black sharks, be sure to include individuals that are larger in size than the red-tailed black sharks. If the red-tailed black shark is attacking the tank, move it to another tank as soon as possible.

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Points about spawning

Many people who keep Red-tailed Black Sharks want to breed them. Breeding red-tailed black sharks is more difficult due to the lack of breeding cases in Japan and the difficulty of breeding in aquariums.Breeding of red-tailed black sharks is generally difficult because it is often done artificially, using hormones.

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What to look for when keeping a red-tailed black shark

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The red-tailed black shark has a distinctive body coloration with a pitch-black base and bright red tail fins. The distinctive appearance and body length of over 10 cm have made it a popular species in recent years.However, please note that Red-tailed Black Sharks have a rough temperament, and if you do not consider the species to be mixed with them, it will be troublesome. If you are interested in Red-tailed Black Sharks, we recommend that you take a look at them at a specialty store.

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