Albino Congo Tetra (Phenacogrammus interruptus)

The Albino Congo Tetra is an exceptionally beautiful freshwater schooling fish known for its pearly white body, golden highlights, and shimmering iridescence. This selectively bred variety of the Congo Tetra features elegant flowing fins and a peaceful temperament, making it a prized addition to medium and large community aquariums. When kept in groups, these fish display their best colors and natural schooling behavior, creating a stunning focal point in planted aquariums.

Why Choose the Albino Congo Tetra?

The Albino Congo Tetra is highly sought after by aquarium hobbyists due to its graceful swimming style, unique coloration, and compatibility with a wide range of peaceful tankmates. Its striking appearance makes it an excellent centerpiece fish for display aquariums.

What We Like About This Fish

• Stunning pearly white and gold coloration
• Beautiful iridescent sheen under aquarium lighting
• Long, flowing fins and graceful swimming behavior
• Peaceful and community-friendly
• Excellent schooling fish for larger aquariums
• Ideal for planted and display tanks

Recommended Tank Parameters

• Tank Size: Minimum 29 gallons (110 liters)
• Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F)
• pH Level: 6.0–7.5
• Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
• Lighting: Moderate to subdued lighting preferred

A well-planted aquarium with open swimming space, driftwood, and shaded areas will help these fish feel secure and display their best coloration.

Care Guidelines

• Diet: Omnivorous; accepts flakes, pellets, frozen foods, live foods, and other prepared foods
• Social Behavior: Peaceful schooling fish; best kept in groups of 5 or more
• Origin: Aquacultured in Asia; species native to the Congo River Basin, Africa
• Average Adult Size: 7–8 cm (3+ inches)
• Average Purchase Size: 4–6 cm (1.5–2.5 inches)
• Shrimp Safe: Generally safe with larger shrimp, although very small shrimp may be viewed as food

Albino Congo Tetras thrive in clean, stable water conditions and benefit from regular water changes. A varied diet of high-quality flakes, pellets, frozen foods, and live foods will help maintain vibrant coloration, healthy fin growth, and overall vitality. Keeping them in schools enhances their confidence and allows their natural behavior and beauty to be fully appreciated.