Can Angelfish and Bala Shark live together?

Angelfish and Bala Shark are compatible. The comparison on this page runs the same compatibility engine as the tank builder, checking temperature and pH overlap, predation by size, temperament, and known hard-pair conflicts.

Species Comparison

Angelfish vs Bala Shark

Angelfish

Pterophyllum scalare

Bala Shark

Balantiocheilos melanopterus

Verdict:Compatible

Side-by-side specs

Cichlids

Family

Sharks

6″

Adult size

13″

55gal

Min tank

150gal

76–84°F

Temperature

72–82°F

6–7.5

6.5–7.5

semi-aggressive

Temperament

peaceful

Solitary

Schooling

mid

Water level

mid

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