Albino Swordtail Fish
The Albino Swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii ‘Albino Wien’) is a beautiful variation of the classic swordtail, featuring a pale cream to golden body, red eyes, and the active personality swordtails are known for. Males are easily recognized by their elongated sword-like lower tail fin, giving this peaceful livebearer its signature look.
Albino Swordtails are hardy, beginner-friendly freshwater fish that adapt well to community aquariums, planted tanks, and livebearer setups. Their unique albino coloration makes them stand out beautifully against green plants, dark substrate, and peaceful tank mates.
Key Features
- Unique Albino Coloration: Creamy-golden body with red eyes
- Swordtail Extension: Males develop the iconic elongated tail fin
- Peaceful & Active: Great for planted community aquariums
- Hardy Livebearer: Beginner-friendly and easy to breed
- Medium Size: Grows to approximately 3–5 inches
Care Quick Facts
- Scientific Name: Xiphophorus hellerii ‘Albino Wien’
- Common Name: Albino Swordtail
- Origin: Central America; tank-bred color variation
- Care Level: Easy
- Adult Size: 3–5 inches
- Lifespan: 3–5 years
- Temperament: Peaceful, active livebearer
- Diet: Omnivore; flakes, pellets, vegetables, live foods, and frozen foods
- Minimum Tank Size: 20+ gallons recommended
- Temperature: 72–82°F
- pH: 7.0–8.3
- Water Hardness: Moderate to hard water preferred
Tank Setup
Albino Swordtails do best in a well-filtered freshwater aquarium with open swimming space and plenty of plants or decorations for cover. They are active swimmers and appreciate stable water conditions, regular maintenance, and a peaceful community environment.
Tank Mates
Albino Swordtails are a good choice for peaceful community tanks. Suitable tank mates may include guppies, mollies, platies, peaceful tetras, rasboras, corydoras, danios, and other non-aggressive freshwater fish. For best results, keep one male with two to three females to help reduce stress on females.
FAQ
Are Albino Swordtails beginner-friendly?
Yes. Albino Swordtails are hardy, adaptable, and easy to care for, making them a great choice for beginner aquarists.
Do Albino Swordtails breed easily?
Yes. Like other swordtails, they are prolific livebearers and give birth to live fry. If you want to raise the babies, provide dense plants or move fry to a separate rearing tank.
Can Albino Swordtails live in a community tank?
Yes. They do well with other peaceful community fish, including guppies, mollies, platies, corydoras, rasboras, and peaceful tetras.
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