Golden Base Albino Pearl Stingray - (Potamotrygon Jabuti)

🐟 Golden Base Albino Pearl Stingray (Potamotrygon jabuti)

The Golden Base Albino Pearl Stingray is a stunning freshwater stingray prized for its unique albino coloration with a shimmering golden base and pearly spots. Native to the rivers of South America, it is a peaceful but sizable bottom-dweller requiring spacious aquariums and pristine water conditions. This rare and beautiful species is a highlight for advanced aquarists and stingray enthusiasts.

🔍 Quick Facts

• 🆔 Common Name: Golden Base Albino Pearl Stingray
• 🧬 Scientific Name: Potamotrygon jabuti
• 🧬 Family: Potamotrygonidae
• 🌎 Origin: South America — Tocantins River Basin, Brazil
• 📏 Max Size: Up to 18 inches (45 cm) disc width

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

• 💤 Generally peaceful and shy
• 🐟 Bottom-dwelling, spending most time resting on the substrate
• ⚠️ Can be defensive if provoked but rarely aggressive
• 🦐 Feeds primarily at night or low light

🏡 Tank Requirements

• 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 150 gallons+ with large footprint
• 🪨 Sandy or fine gravel substrate to protect sensitive underside
• 🧹 Pristine water with excellent filtration and regular changes
• 🌡️ Stable temperature and parameters critical for health
• 🧽 Provide hiding spots and open spaces for swimming

Water Parameters:

• 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
• ⚗️ pH: 6.8–7.6
• 💧 Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet

• Carnivorous — feeds on shrimp, worms, small fish, and sinking carnivore pellets

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The Golden Base Albino Pearl Stingray (Potamotrygon jabuti) is a rare and beautiful freshwater stingray with a pearly golden albino pattern. Best suited for large, well-maintained aquariums, it offers a peaceful yet fascinating addition to advanced aquatic collections.