Rainbow Shark (Fowler, 1934)

Scientific Name Epalzeorhynchos frenatus
Diet Omnivore: bloodworms, tubifex, brine shrimp; prepared flake, pellets. Some vegetable matter should be offered.
Alt Common Name Rainbow Sharkminnow
Family Cyprinidae
Origin Asia: Borneo, Sumatra
Aquarist Level Intermediate
Community Aquarium Safe With caution
Coloration Gray bodied with pink-red fins.
Disposition Semi-Aggressive
Hardiness Moderate
Compatibility Compatible with Angelfish, Barbs, Catfish, Cichlids, Danios, Gouramis, Livebearers, Loaches,Plecos, Rainbowfish.
Mature Size Typically 4 inches in the aquarium, to 6 inches in the Wild.
Minimum Recommended Aquarium Size 50 gallons
Sexual Dimorphism None visible.