Where Does Redtail Black Shark Live?

Redtail Black Shark lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Redtail Black Shark

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow to moderately deep sections of rivers and streams.

Environment

Native to clear, flowing rivers and streams with sandy or rocky substrates, often with submerged vegetation and driftwood. They prefer areas with plenty of hiding spots and moderate current.

Geographic range

Historically endemic to the Chao Phraya River basin in Thailand. Due to habitat degradation and overcollection, its wild populations are now considered critically endangered, possibly extinct in the wild. Most specimens in the aquarium trade are captive-bred.

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