What Is a Freshwater Shark?
A freshwater shark is a fish that somewhat resembles a salt-water shark in that it has a large, pointed head and a dorsal fin. They are in fact not related to salt-water sharks at all. Freshwater sharks usually live in rivers and lakes in the southeast Asia countries of Thailand, Laos and Vietnam. A few species may be found in Australia as well. These fish are usually grey, black or purple in color. They are typically a solid color rather than multi-colored. The scales of a freshwater shark usually have a very silvery or shiny appearance. The shark’s fins are usually a lighter color than his body, with a black or dark-colored trim around the outer edges. A few of the more common species include bull shark, red-tailed shark, rainbow shark, river shark, bala shark and black shark. These fish are often sold in pet stores because they generally do well in aquariums where the water is 72 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit (22 to 28 degrees Celsius). They also typically prefer a tank with lots of hidi
