Siamese Shark
Pangasianodon hypophthalmus
Beginner
Freshwater
Peaceful and friendly. Active, schooling swimmer. Easily startled, may jump. Becomes nocturnal with age. Best kept in groups.
Pangasiidae
Max Size
130.0 cm (51.2")
Min Tank
600 L (159 gal)
Min Group
5+
Diet
Omnivore - balanced diet
Water Parameters
Temperature
22.0-28.0°C
72-82°F
pH
6.4-7.6
Hardness (dGH)
2.0-29.0
Min Tank Size
600 L
159 gal
About
Giant catfish with a shark‑like appearance. Active swimmer that can jump out of the aquarium. Requires a very large tank. May eat very small fish.
Behavior & Temperament
Peaceful and friendly. Active, schooling swimmer. Easily startled, may jump. Becomes nocturnal with age. Best kept in groups.
Feeding
Omnivore - balanced diet
Breeding
Oviparous. Migrates to spawn in the wild. Breeding is very difficult in captivity, possible in large tanks.
Compatibility
Good for community tanks
Quick Summary
| Scientific Name | Pangasianodon hypophthalmus |
|---|---|
| Family | Pangasiidae |
| Category | Fish |
| Care Level | Beginner |
| Water Type | Freshwater |
| Max Size | 130.0 cm (51.2") |
| Min Tank | 600 L (159 gal) |
| Min Group | 5+ |
| Diet | Omnivore - balanced diet |
| Temperament | Peaceful and friendly. Active, schooling swimmer. Easily startled, may jump. Becomes nocturnal with age. Best kept in groups. |
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