{"product_id":"albino-hoplo-catfish","title":"Albino hoplo Catfish (Megalechis Thoracata)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Background\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hoplo catfish (\u003cem\u003eMegalechis thoracata\u003c\/em\u003e) is a robust species native to slow‑moving streams and floodplains. The albino form displays pinkish skin and translucent fins. Hoplos grow to about 6 inches and make engaging additions to larger aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank size:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 40‑gallon aquarium accommodates a small group. They enjoy sandy substrates for burrowing and searching for food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain temperatures of 72–79 °F and a pH of 6.0–7.5. Provide moderate flow and excellent filtration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDécor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offer hiding spots with caves, driftwood and dense planting. They are most active at dusk and dawn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet and Behaviour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoplo catfish are omnivorous scavengers. Feed sinking pellets, bloodworms, chopped earthworms and blanched vegetables. They will also eat small crustaceans and may prey on tiny fish or shrimp, so choose tank mates accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing social fish, keep them in groups of three or more. In well‑designed aquaria with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/monsteraquariumon9.com\/pages\/live-plants-for-fish-tanks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elive plants for fish tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, they exhibit natural digging behaviour and will even “creep” along the substrate using their pectoral fins. With proper care, albino hoplos live over five years and may breed in captivity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"monsteraquariumonline","offers":[{"title":"1.5-2\"","offer_id":41477099159761,"sku":"","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-3\"","offer_id":41882136215761,"sku":"","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/9135\/5601\/products\/image_a8ca4de3-9e29-4886-941f-126618400479.heic?v=1680200011","url":"https:\/\/www.monsteraquariumonline.com\/products\/albino-hoplo-catfish","provider":"monsteraquariumonline","version":"1.0","type":"link"}