Albino Pacu
Piaractus brachypomus
Species only tank
Not often seen as this is a really special fish, also known as the "Vegetarian Piranhna" is very similar in appearance to the Piranha but have human like teeth. They are known to grow extremely quickly so a huge tank is essential.
Current Size – 5-6cm
Adult Length – 60cm
Temperature Range – 22 - 28°C
pH Range – 6.0 – 7.5
Special Requirements - Please research this fish fully before deciding to buy them.
Tanks Mates and Compatibility – Should be kept in species only tanks, and whilst they like to shoal when juvenile they can become aggressive and antisocial as they mature.
Feeding – Though they are predominantly herbivores they are also known to eat smaller fish. They will take dried pellets, sticks and fruit, vegetables and seeds.
Please note – Some images used are library photos and will show the colour potential at a fully mature size, as our fish are juveniles they may vary.
We always aim to supply the fish as close to the purchase size as possible. On rare occasions if this is not possible we will contact you.
The fish are selected at random however you are welcome to make a note on the order and the fish manager will do his best for you, requests are dependent on stock at the time of your order.
