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Spotted Hoplo - (Megalechis thoracata) Albino

Spotted Hoplo - (Megalechis thoracata) Albino

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Spotted Hoplo - (Megalechis thoracata) Albino
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🐟 Albino Spotted Hoplo – (Megalechis thoracata) – Hardy South American Catfish

The Albino Spotted Hoplo is a peaceful, hardy catfish from South America, prized for its striking pale cream-to-pink coloration and distinctive armored body plates. This albino variation of the Spotted Hoplo retains the same robust, adaptable nature as the wild form but features bright red eyes and a lighter body, making it a standout in community aquariums. Known for its active bottom-foraging behavior and ability to breathe atmospheric air, the Albino Spotted Hoplo is both fascinating and easy to care for.


🔎 Quick Facts – Albino Spotted Hoplo (Megalechis thoracata)

  • 📛 Common Names: Albino Spotted Hoplo, Albino Hoplo Catfish, Albino Armored Catfish
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Megalechis thoracata
  • 🌍 Origin: South America – Amazon and Orinoco River basins
  • 🎨 Appearance: Cream or light pink body, red eyes, elongated armored body with short barbels
  • 📏 Max Size: 6–8 inches (15–20 cm)
  • 💎 Rarity: Uncommon in the trade compared to standard coloration

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🐟 Peaceful and community-friendly
  • 🪵 Active bottom dweller that will explore the tank constantly
  • 🌙 More active during low-light periods but not strictly nocturnal
  • 🫧 Can gulp air at the surface thanks to its modified intestine

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 30+ gallons
  • 🌿 Sandy or smooth gravel substrate to protect barbels
  • 🪵 Provide driftwood, smooth rocks, and hiding spots
  • 💡 Moderate lighting with shaded areas
  • 🌊 Gentle to moderate flow

💧 Water Parameters – Albino Spotted Hoplo Care

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 72–79°F (22–26°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🍽️ Diet – Omnivorous Bottom Feeder

  • 🍽️ Sinks pellets and wafers
  • 🦐 Frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, and mysis shrimp
  • 🥬 Blanched vegetables like zucchini and cucumber
  • 🪱 Live or frozen blackworms

📋 Albino Spotted Hoplo Care Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Amazon & Orinoco River basins
📏 Max Size 6–8 inches
😇 Temperament Peaceful, community-safe
🏠 Tank Size 30+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 72–79°F
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous – pellets, worms, vegetables
🎯 Ideal For Community tanks, beginner-friendly catfish

✨ Highlight:

  • The Albino Spotted Hoplo is tough, beautiful, and full of personality, making it an ideal armored catfish for aquarists of all experience levels who want something unique yet hardy.
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