Bala shark questions

[Jared T]

Hi I was wondering if a single bala shark can live in a tank 3' by 18" by 20". Also can he eat blood worms and pellets if trained or what would be a good diet for one. Thanks


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[Slickad85]

As a temprary home, yes but permanently no. Balas get around 16-18 inches full grown and with only 3 feet of swimming space and 18 inches of width that would be pretty cramped. They grow pretty slowly though so you can always buy a larger tank when that time comes, and that time will come.

 

[flip_mode]

i feed my balas everything blood worms ghost shrimp brine shrimp flakes pellets they eat whatever i give them . i switch foods almost every other day so they are used to it and yes that tank is fine for now. but in about 4 months he will out grow it.

 

[Chromobotia]

You may find at some point that your Bala is very skittish as they are a shoaling species and really should be kept in groups of 3-5.

 

[Allan01230]

try 3 roseline sharks instead. They are every bit as cool as balas and will only get aould 6 or 7 inches at best. I think they actually look better.

 

[Jared T]

try 3 roseline sharks instead. They are every bit as cool as balas and will only get aould 6 or 7 inches at best. I think they actually look better.

Thank you I am getting these. Can I keep just 1 or does there need to be 2 or more?


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[Nick1223]

They will be much better in a group. Plus they look great in groups too.


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