Albino Heckelii, also known as Albino Threadfin Acara, are a color variation of the Acarichthys heckelii cichlid, notable for their pale, almost translucent bodies with vibrant red or orange accents. These peaceful and social fish are popular in community aquariums due to their attractive appearance and relatively calm temperament.
- Coloration: They typically have a white or pale pink body with red or orange highlights on their fins and around their eyes.
- Fins: Their fins are elongated and flowing, particularly the dorsal fin, which can develop red filaments.
- Size: They usually reach about 8-10 cm (3-4 inches) in length.
- Shape: They have an oval-shaped body with a slightly flattened profile.
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Peaceful:
Albino Heckelii are generally peaceful and can coexist with a variety of tankmates, including other cichlids and medium-sized community fish.
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Social:
They enjoy being part of a community tank and interacting with their environment.
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Active:
They are moderately active, often exploring their surroundings and sifting through the substrate.
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Territorial:
While generally peaceful, they can exhibit mild territorial behavior, especially during breeding.
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Tank Setup:
A spacious tank (55 gallons or more) with a sandy substrate is recommended, as they enjoy sifting through the sand.
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Water Parameters:
They thrive in soft to moderately hard water with a pH of 6.0-7.5 and a temperature of 24-28°C (75-82°F).
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Diet:
They are omnivores and readily accept a variety of foods, including high-quality sinking pellets, frozen foods, and vegetable matter.
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Compatibility:
Avoid keeping them with overly aggressive or very small fish that may be seen as prey.
- Substrate Spawners: They are substrate spawners, meaning they lay their eggs on a flat surface.
- Parental Care: The parents are attentive and protective of their eggs and fry.
- They are often kept with other eartheaters or peaceful cichlids.
- They are native to the Amazon basin.
- Males may develop longer, thread-like extensions on their fins as they mature.
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