🐟 Paroon Shark (Pangasius sanitwongsei)
Freshwater Giant Catfish • Riverine Predator • Large Active Swimmer • Rare Species
 
📋 The Paroon Shark (Pangasius sanitwongsei) is the true giant shark catfish species, known for its large adult size, powerful swimming behavior, and distinctive high dorsal fin as a juvenile.
This species requires very clean water, heavy filtration, and massive swimming space due to its extreme growth potential.
Despite its size, juveniles remain community friendly with similarly sized tankmates and display active, engaging behavior.
As a rare species in the aquarium trade, the Paroon Shark is typically kept only by public aquariums, large facilities, or advanced keepers with enormous ponds.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Large Adult Size: Reaches 250–300 cm as a full-grown giant
🌿 Powerful Active Swimmer: Requires huge swimming space
⚪ Community Friendly (Large Species): Peaceful but predatory to small fish
📏 Rare Species: True Paroon Shark rarely sold in the trade
💧 Clean Water Lover: Needs pristine, high-oxygen water