Bala Shark

Bala Sharks are considered to be gentle giants. They are relatively peaceful and get along well with a wide range of fish. While they can start to view smaller critters as food when they get bigger, they tend to be respectful towards most fish.

Bala Sharks are very active swimmers. They will spend hours swimming around the environment. When kept in groups, the fish will exhibit schooling behavior as well.

From an appearance standpoint, these freshwater aquarium sharks are stunning. Typically, the primary color of the shark is going to be gray. Some color variations do exist, but most are going to look fairly similar.

The gray color is complemented by impactful yellow and bright stripes. The stripes are found on their forked tail and fins. Like most shark-like species, the dorsal fin of the Bala Shark is very prominent. Thanks to its striking coloration, the dorsal fin stands out when it is perked up at attention.

Bala Sharks aren’t too difficult to care for. Though, they do require some stringent water conditions and a good diet to stay healthy. The sharks prefer temperatures around 77 degrees at all times. The pH balance should be between 6.5 and 8.

These sharks are omnivores. However, they prefer protein-based snacks like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and more. They have big appetites and should be fed three times a day to support their growth.