Riverpark Aquatics

Albino Hoplo Catfish (Megalechis thoracata) 4cm

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Our Guide To Keeping Albino Hoplo Catfish

  1. About Fish Species:

    • Scientific name: Megalechis thoracata
    • Common name: Albino Hoplo Catfish
    • Family: Callichthyidae
    • Origin: South America
    • Adult length: Up to 10 cm
    • Lifespan: 5 to 8 years
  2. Tank Setup:

    • Albino Hoplo Catfish prefer a spacious tank with plenty of hiding spots created by driftwood, rocks, and caves.
    • Provide a sandy substrate to mimic their natural habitat and allow them to sift through the sand.
    • Plants are not necessary but can be included, focusing on hardy species as Hoplo Catfish may uproot delicate plants.
  3. Water Parameters:

    • Keep the water temperature between 22 to 26°C (72 to 79°F).
    • They tolerate a wide range of pH from slightly acidic to neutral, ideally between 6.5 to 7.5.
    • Maintain good water quality through regular water changes and proper filtration.
  4. Filtration and Water Flow:

    • A moderate water flow is suitable for Hoplo Catfish, so choose a filter that provides gentle to moderate flow.
  5. Diet:

    • Albino Hoplo Catfish are omnivores and will accept a variety of foods including sinking pellets, flakes, frozen, and live foods.
    • Offer a varied diet consisting of high-quality sinking pellets, frozen or live foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and small crustaceans.
  6. Tank mates:

    • Albino Hoplo Catfish are peaceful and can be kept with a variety of community fish such as tetras, rasboras, barbs, and other peaceful catfish species.
    • Avoid keeping them with aggressive or fin-nipping species that may stress or harass them.
  7. Behavior and Compatibility:

    • Albino Hoplo Catfish are generally peaceful and solitary, but they can also be kept in small groups.
    • They spend much of their time exploring the bottom of the tank and are relatively inactive swimmers.
    • They are compatible with most community fish and are not known to exhibit aggressive behaviors.

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