Translucent Short Body Iridescent Shark (Pangasianodon hypophthalmus)

Translucent Short Body Iridescent Shark (Pangasianodon hypophthalmus)The translucent body creates a purplish tone that make them very unique and attractive. I'm not sure of the genetic term for this variant but it is truly amazing to see. The Iridescent Shark is also known as the Pangasius Catfish, the Sutchi Catfish and the Striped Catfish. There is also an albino iridescent shark. As you may have guessed from some of the other common names, this really isn't a shark, it's a catfish. They originate from Asia and this

Newly acquired Altums may be shy feeders and require patience

thus the name Stonefish

The Fire Eel will often dig in the substrate and bury itself

They occur in various color forms throughout their range

Minimum Tank Size: 300+ gallons

wyckii are black with a few white markings on the caudal and dorsal fins

including the Rio Orinoco in Colombia and Venezuela

Can be aggressive toward tank mates

its Brazilian local name "pirarucu" derives from an indigenous word for "red fish"

Its name comes from its long

but because in nature it spends a good deal of time where salt waters are mixed with fresh

Alligator is a lean meat that is low in fat and cholesterol and high in protein