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Albino Tiger Shovelnose Catfish - (Pseudoplatystoma fasciatum)
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Albino Tiger Shovelnose Catfish - (Pseudoplatystoma fasciatum)

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Albino Tiger Shovelnose Catfish - (Pseudoplatystoma fasciatum)
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🐟 Albino Tiger Shovelnose Catfish (Pseudoplatystoma fasciatum)

A rare and visually striking variant of the Tiger Shovelnose Catfish, this albino form features ghostly pale coloration and a distinctively elongated body—making it a captivating centerpiece for advanced aquarists.


📌 Quick Facts

  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Pseudoplatystoma fasciatum
  • 🐠 Common Name: Albino Tiger Shovelnose Catfish
  • 🎨 Appearance: Pale, albino-toned body with residual tiger-like stripe markings
  • 📏 Max Size: Can grow over 3 feet (~90 cm) in captivity

🧠 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🌙 Nocturnal Predator: Hunts smaller fish and crustaceans using barbels to track prey
  • 🍽️ High Appetite: Requires frequent feeding of high-protein diets in juvenile stages
  • ⚠️ Potentially Aggressive Toward Small Tankmates due to predatory nature

🏠 Tank Requirements

  • 🧱 Minimum Tank Size: 180–300+ gallons for subadults and adults
  • 🪵 Setup Needs:
    • Open swimming areas, sturdy driftwood, and large hiding spots
    • Fine sand substrate to protect sensitive barbels
    • Secure tank lids to prevent escape attempts
  • 🌡️ Water Conditions:
    • Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
    • pH: 6.0–7.5

🍖 Diet

  • 🥩 Carnivore: Thrives on a varied diet of live/frozen offerings—shrimp, fish fillets, bloodworms—and can adapt to high-quality sinking carnivore pellets
  • 🕓 Feeding Frequency: Juveniles: several times weekly; Adults: once or twice weekly
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⏳ Lifespan & Care Considerations

  • 🎂 Lifespan: 18–25 years with proper care
  • 📊 Handling Difficulty: High—due to size and predatory nature
  • 🚫 Breeding: Rare or undocumented in home aquaria

📋 Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Amazon & Orinoco basins
📏 Max Size Over 3 ft (~90 cm)
😈 Nature Nocturnal, carnivorous, aggressive
🏠 Tank Size 180–300+ gallons
🌡️ Water Temp 75–82°F (24–28°C)
⚗️ pH Range 6.0–7.5
🍽️ Diet Live/frozen meaty foods
🔧 Care Level Advanced hobbyists only
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