Rainbow Shark

My Photos: Other People's Aquariums

(The First Tank Guide)

Photo by Joe Drummond 2010

A young barb, likely a Rainbow Shark (Epalzeorhynchos erythrurus) swims in his new fish tank. The orange discoloration on this fish's head is of concern, but he may outgrow it with proper care and diet.

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Sally Foley, St. Paul, MN

January 8, 2006

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Rick, Vancouver, Canada

August 21, 2009

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