Bamboo Shark
Chiloscyllium punctatum
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Suggested Tank
180+ gallons
Max Size
41 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
A slender, bottom-dwelling carpet shark with a cream-to-tan body, cat-like barbels at the mouth, and bold dark bands in juveniles that fade to plain brownish in adults. It is docile toward people and largely nocturnal, spending the day wedged under rockwork or ledges, but it is a determined predator that will swallow shrimp, crabs, and small fish. It needs a very large, low-rock, sand-bottom system (180+ gallons, ideally more, with a footprint wider than the shark is long), rock structures bonded together so they cannot be toppled, a tight-fitting lid, and no fin-nipping tankmates such as triggers or puffers.
Reef Safe
No
Environment
The Bamboo Shark requires a large tank with plenty of open sandy areas for them to rest. They also need hiding places like caves or rocky structures to feel secure.
Behavior
These sharks are generally peaceful and non-aggressive towards other fish. However, they can become territorial if their space is invaded. They are known to be nocturnal, being more active during the night and resting during the day.
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