{"product_id":"albino-hoplo-catfish-3-5cm","title":"Albino Hoplo Catfish - 3.5cm","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"139\"\u003eSpecies Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"583\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"161\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Megalechis thoracata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"583\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"202\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Albino Hoplo Catfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"583\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"243\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 cm), occasionally up to 10 inches in large aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"583\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"343\"\u003eLife Expectancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 to 15 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"583\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"373\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to the Nile River Basin and surrounding freshwater systems in Africa; typically found in slow-moving or still waters with soft, muddy bottoms and plenty of cover such as driftwood, rocks, and vegetation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"588\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"611\"\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 gallons (208 liters) for one adult; larger tanks recommended for groups or community setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"755\"\u003eIdeal Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–82°F (22–28°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"789\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"819\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–15 dGH (soft to moderately hard)\u003cstrong data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"873\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful to\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003emildly territorial; generally well-suited for community tanks but may show dominance toward other bottom dwellers, especially smaller catfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003eOmnivorous:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — scavenger by nature. Accepts sinking pellets, wafers, algae tablets, and enjoys live\/frozen foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and blackworms. Will also nibble on leftover flakes and some plant matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eLight brown to gray body with dark wavy or spotted patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eLong, graceful dorsal fin resembling a feather — the feature that gives it the common name\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eThree pairs of barbels (whisker-like feelers) around the mouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eSlightly flattened underside with an arched back typical of Synodontis species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003eDistinctive Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eThe large, elegant dorsal fin sets it apart from many other Synodontis species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eNocturnal and prefers dim lighting or hiding places during the day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eCan produce sounds by rubbing their pectoral fin spines — often heard during handling or stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eHardy and adaptable, making it a popular choice for medium to large freshwater aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fiora Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47248438821122,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"QAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/3208\/1666\/files\/AlbinoHoploCatfish_ad767456-c7ad-4679-a036-829de83429de.png?v=1768843911","url":"https:\/\/www.fiorapets.qa\/products\/albino-hoplo-catfish-3-5cm","provider":"Fiora Pets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}