I have 2 banded bamboo sharks (2yrs old) and 3 marbled (6months old) in a 300 gal. I hatched them all from eggs in a 125. I'm building a shark pond now, like the touch a shark ponds at the aquarium. If you get a stingray make sure it is de-barbed. My California stingray killed my 3yr old banded last year
I would say that the 280 is sufficient, and the 325 isn't really a huge difference with those dimensions. I think the most important thing is that you scape the tank in a way that allows it to have a lot of space on different levels, etc.
The problem with the brown banded ones is that they get pretty big when they mature (especially if you see them in person). But they may not get as big in that size of tank.
I've done a lot of research because one day I really want a catshark tank/indoor pond.
Depending on if it is a male or female and what is maxes out at you can always rehome it. Which will be tough, but you can be selective and if the home is really good and the person isn't an idiot and can care for it then you'll be happy knowing it'll go to a good home, and you can try another shark such as a coral cat or marbled cat from an egg which stay smaller.
I hesitate on the ray. I love Blue spotted rays, but they get pretty big, and I feel like you want some rock work for the shark to travel through, and that might interfere with the ray and it's happiness (cuz they get BIG) I was shocked how big they get in aquariums.
But I would hold off on the ray, and the shark should be fine.
If you give it love and care you should be good. Often those sharks cannot even get out of the egg on their own, and you are giving it a chance to live, and not have to worry about predators.
Lmk if you have more questions. You can also personal message me. I did sooo much research. Too much probably since one day I really want a catshark. I absolutely love them
(You could also consider an indoor 300 G rubbermaid pond, but not sure if the look appeals to you).
Yeah, I'd go for a shallow tank. You can also hopefully hand feed the shark, and more easily interact with it (which may be easier since you're raising it from an egg). I think you should really plan out a good scape. I think that's the key. Really play around with it, and make sure it is locked in before transferring the shark.
Absolutely! 96LX30WX24H. Make sure you get live ghost shrimp for the first few months. We order ours from Petsmart 100 for $24 so it's not terrible. It sucks when you find food the shark loves and they discontinue it/ can't find it. My guys will only eat OmegaOne Alaskan shrimp and they just discontinued it. I got Argentine shrimp from my grocery store and they love it. The one refuses anything else. They have such big personalities. All of mine come right up to the glass as soon as they see me, (except one lol) they really aren't lazy like alot of people say. I also have live rock in my tank for now, even though alot of people say not too. They love hiding, the babies squirm underneath the rocks which I hate, but none have been scratched or injured. Make sure you don't let others get in your head.
That is awesome!! Did you end up getting the tank?
I'm sure, that tank is still a monster. That's awesome! be sure to post pics when it's all set up.
