Pangasianodon hypopthalmus

The Glass Albino Iridescent Shark is a newly developed strain of the popular aquarium catfish marketed as a freshwater “shark” due to its tall dorsal fin and shark-like swimming pattern. This color morph features a semi-transparent body with caramel colored stripes against a typical pinkish albino body coloration. Although this species remains popular in the hobby, it is a freshwater giant, able to reach over 30″ in captivity and requires the largest of aquariums or ideally an indoor/tropical pond to maintain long term. Hardy and adaptable, they get along with most tankmates but are easily spooked and should be provided with ample cover and relatively dim lighting in the aquarium.