Albino Luteus Pleco/Golden Sailfin Pleco - (Hypostomus Luteus)

🐟 Albino Luteus Pleco / Golden Sailfin Pleco – (Hypostomus luteus) – Holy Grail Albino Pleco for Sale

The Albino Luteus Pleco, also known as the Albino Golden Sailfin Pleco (Hypostomus luteus), is considered by many pleco enthusiasts to be the holy grail of plecos due to its extreme rarity, stunning golden-yellow coloration, and elongated sail-like dorsal fin.

✨ Jason’s Plecos & Cichlids proudly became the first to import this legendary pleco in the albino form, marking a historic moment for pleco collectors worldwide.

With its striking appearance, peaceful nature, and iconic status in the aquarium hobby, the Albino Luteus is a true centerpiece fish for advanced aquarists and serious collectors.

🔎 Quick Facts – Albino Luteus Pleco

• 📛 Common Name: Albino Luteus Pleco, Albino Golden Sailfin Pleco
• 🔬 Scientific Name: Hypostomus luteus
• 🌍 Origin: South America – Upper Uruguay River Basin (albino form is selectively bred and exceptionally rare)
• 🎨 Appearance: Bright golden-yellow body, elongated sail-like dorsal fin, albino red or pinkish eyes
• 📏 Max Size: 12–14 inches (30–35 cm)
• 💎 Availability: Extremely rare albino pleco for sale

😇 Behavior & Temperament

• 🤝 Peaceful and community-friendly with similarly sized tankmates
• 🌿 Enjoys grazing on algae and vegetable matter
• 🪵 Requires hiding spots but also displays openly in spacious aquariums

🏠 Tank Requirements – Albino Luteus Pleco Care

• 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 75+ gallons
• 🪵 Provide driftwood, caves, and rocky structures for shelter
• 🌊 Moderate water flow with strong aeration
• 💡 Moderate lighting to enhance golden coloration

💧 Water Parameters

• 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
• ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
• 💧 Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🍽️ Diet (Omnivorous with strong herbivorous tendencies)

• 🌿 Algae wafers, spirulina-based pellets
• 🥒 Blanched vegetables like zucchini, cucumber, and spinach
• 🍤 Occasional protein such as bloodworms or shrimp pellets

🔍 Sexing

• Males may develop broader heads and more odontodes (dermal spines) during breeding
• Females are generally rounder-bodied when mature

📋 Overview Table – Albino Luteus Pleco Care

✨ Highlight:
The Albino Luteus Pleco is one of the rarest and most sought-after plecos in the world. With Jason’s Plecos & Cichlids leading the way as the first to import the albino form, this stunning golden beauty is a living trophy fish for serious aquarists.