Bala shark

I'm often told that I look like a really small shark

about bala shark

Scientific name :

Balantiocheilos melanopterus

Common name :

Bala shark

Native to :

South east asian lakes and rivers

Size :

30 to 35 cm

Protection status :

Endangered (EN)

Lifespan :

5 to 10 years

Alimentation :

Omnivorous with a preference for insect and worms

Reproduction :

The reproduction in capitivity prouved really hard to happend

Location in the Tropicale Reserve :

In the first pool of the python pit

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