{"product_id":"bala-shark-balantiocheilos-melanopterus","title":"Bala Shark (Balantiocheilos melanopterus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring elegance and impressive swimming displays to your aquarium with the beautiful Bala Shark! Recognized by its streamlined silver body, large reflective scales, and contrasting black-edged fins, this active freshwater fish has a distinctive shark-like appearance that makes it a favourite among aquarium enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its name, the Bala Shark is not a true shark. It is a peaceful schooling fish that thrives in groups and needs plenty of open swimming space. Bala Sharks grow large and are best suited to very spacious aquariums where they can swim freely and display their natural schooling behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful and social\u003cbr\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to approximately 12–14 inches\u003cbr\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Group:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 or more recommended\u003cbr\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150 gallons or larger recommended for a group of adults\u003cbr\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–82°F (22–28°C)\u003cbr\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore — accepts quality pellets, flakes, and suitable frozen or live foods\u003cbr\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, well-filtered freshwater aquarium with extensive open swimming space and a secure lid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Bala Sharks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✓ Striking silver body with black-edged fins\u003cbr\u003e✓ Elegant, fast swimming movements\u003cbr\u003e✓ Peaceful schooling behaviour\u003cbr\u003e✓ Impressive addition to very large freshwater aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover Bala Sharks at \u003cstrong\u003ePrimal Paradise Pets\u003c\/strong\u003e and explore the beauty of large, active freshwater fish!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bala Sharks can grow considerably larger than many fishkeepers expect. They require a spacious long-term home, should be kept in groups, and may become startled and jump, so a secure lid is essential. Plan for their adult size before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Primal Paradise Pets","offers":[{"title":"Each","offer_id":48371427213510,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Group of 4","offer_id":48371427246278,"sku":null,"price":26.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3726\/7142\/files\/8742A024-B27E-479E-AD89-3580C94CECCA.jpg?v=1792452740","url":"https:\/\/primalparadisepets.ca\/products\/bala-shark-balantiocheilos-melanopterus","provider":"Primal Paradise Pets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}