Tetra-Albino Congo

Albino Congo Tetra (Phenacogrammus interruptus “Albino”)

Description:
The Albino Congo Tetra is a rare and striking variant of the classic Congo Tetra. With its pearly white body, pinkish-golden sheen, and long flowing fins, it brings elegance and movement to community aquariums. When kept in schools, their graceful swimming and subtle iridescence create a shimmering display under aquarium lighting.

Care Level: Moderate

Temperament: Peaceful, schooling

Maximum Size: ~8–9 cm

Diet: Omnivore – accepts quality flakes, pellets, frozen foods (bloodworm, brine shrimp), and live foods. A varied diet enhances their colours and finnage.

Aquarium Requirements:

• Minimum Tank Size: 200 litres

• Water Parameters:

  • Temperature: 23–28°C

  • pH: 6.0–7.5

  • Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

• Environment: Best kept in a well-planted tank with open swimming space, gentle filtration, and subdued lighting to enhance their colours.

Compatibility:
Ideal for peaceful community setups. Suitable tankmates include other medium-sized tetras, rainbowfish, barbs, Corydoras, and peaceful cichlids such as angelfish or keyholes. Avoid fin-nippers that may damage their long fins.

Notes:

• Display best when kept in groups of 6 or more.

• Their finnage and subtle glow become more prominent with age and good diet.

• Larger than many other tetras, so provide ample swimming room.