Description: Bala Sharks (Balantiocheilos melanopterus) are a schooling fish and, despite their name, are not actual sharks, but rather a member of the cyprinid family. Known for their torpedo-shaped body, and large fins with distinct black margins, they are sometimes called the tricolor shark, silver shark, or shark minnow. Naturally occurring in the rivers of Southeast Asia, they are extremely active and social fish so, in order to thrive, are best kept in a small school of at least 3, with unobstructed, open swimming space in the tank.Balas need good aeration and ideally a back up system in the event of a power cut. Feed a high quality flake-based diet. SHIPPING POLICY... Live Arrival Guaranteed if you follow these steps:Shipping is very stressful for fish so they must be attended to right away.Open the box and inspect your fish within 4 hours of delivery.If one of your new fish appears dead, or sick, you must take clear pictures and/or video of it in the unopened bag.You must then e-mail us those pictures/video, and a description of the problem within that 4 hour time frame.Once the bag is opened, and the fish released, we are not in control and any warranty is null.If your claim is valid, we will offer you a replacement, or store credit, in the amount paid for that fish. Please note that shipping costs will not be refunded and, if an exchange for another fish of equal value is preferred, the buyer will be responsible for the shipping costs.*** During the heat of the summer months, Arrive Alive Guarantee only applies to UPS Next day air, or Fed Ex 2nd day.*** We ship Monday and Tuesday in order to avoid fish being stranded in a shipping warehouse over the weekend. Please make sure your shipping address is entered correctly. We ship to the address you provide and we are not responsible for any orders going to the wrong address due to wrong information. Customers from Hawaii must have a valid import permit for the importation of Live Fish. Please send it attached to your order as a PDF.
Price: 29.95 USD
Location: Wimauma, Florida
End Time: 2024-07-15T21:28:33.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Water Type: Fresh
Water Temperature: Tropical
Gender: Unknown
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Difficulty Level: Beginner
Temperament: Peaceful
Species: cyprinid
