Albino Alligator Gar
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NameAlbino Alligator Gar
Scientific NameAtractosteus spatula
Common NamesAlligator Gar, Albino Alligator Gar
FamilyLepisosteidae
OriginNorth America, Southeastern United States, Mexico
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)120
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)65-82
pH Range6.5-8.0
Compatible SpeciesNone (typically kept alone or in public aquariums with other very large, robust fish)
Description
The Alligator Gar is a massive, ancient freshwater predator characterized by its long, toothy, alligator-like snout and armored scales. Albino individuals display a striking white coloration due to a lack of pigmentation. Due to their immense size and predatory nature, they are strictly for expert aquarists with access to extremely large, specialized aquariums or ponds.
