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🐟 Albino Manacapuru Angelfish Care Guide

🔹 Overview

• Scientific Name: Pterophyllum scalare

• Origin: Hybrid (Manacapuru region of the Amazon + albino genetics)

• Size: Up to 6 inches body length; 8+ inches with fins

• Lifespan: 8–10 years with good care

• Temperament: Peaceful but territorial when breeding

• Appearance: Pearly white to light pink body, red or pinkish eyes, long flowing fins, and often a slight golden or peach sheen

🏠 Tank Requirements

• Tank Size: 30 gallons minimum for a pair; 55+ gallons for a community

• Water Temperature: 78–82°F (25.5–28°C)

• pH Range: 6.5–7.5

• Water Hardness: 3–10 dKH

• Filtration: Gentle but efficient; avoid strong currents

• Tank Setup: Heavily planted with vertical space, driftwood, and hiding spots

🍽️ Diet

• Type: Omnivorous

• Staples: High-quality flakes or pellets

• Supplements: Frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia

• Feeding Frequency: 2–3 times a day in small portions

👥 Tankmates

• Ideal Tankmates: Peaceful species like tetras, corydoras, gouramis, and rasboras

• Avoid: Fin-nippers (like tiger barbs), overly aggressive or very small fish that may be seen as food