The Black shark (Labeo chrysophekadion), also known as the Black shark minnow or Black labeo, is a massive cyprinid native to Southeast Asia. It is one of the largest species kept in the aquarium hobby, reaching 65–90 cm in length. Juveniles may look manageable, but adults require aquaria of several thousand liters. In captivity they are notorious for becoming extremely territorial and aggressive as they mature. Because of their size and behavior, they are suited only for very large public aquaria or the largest private installations.


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 Scientific Name Common Name Size Temperament
Labeo chrysophekadionBlack Shark 900mm Aggressive
 Water Temperature Water pH Tank Size Diet
 23-27°C  6.4–7.6 Min 2500 liters Omnivore
 Lifespan Care Difficulty Breeding Max Population
10-15 Years Moderate - Advance Moderate 1 
 Robustness Way of Living Sociability Availability
 Hardy Diurnal Incompatible Restricted