Green Phantom Pleco

Loricariidae sp. L200

Familia : Loricariidae

PezAgua dulcepleco

A medium-sized pleco with an olive-green coloration and light spots, very aesthetic.

Estado IUCN
NE
No evaluado
Bioma
Hors bassin amazonien : Paraná, Orénoque, Andes.

Descripción

L200 reaches 15 cm. Its body is elongated and its base color is olive green to brown-green, dotted with small white or yellow spots. Its fins are edged in white. It has red or orange eyes. It is a nocturnal and peaceful species, but territorial with its own kind. It hides in rocky crevices. Its green coloration is unique among Loricariidae. It is sometimes called 'Green Phantom'.

Hábitat

Región :

Clear fast-flowing rivers of the Xingu basin, rocky substrate and gravel

Distribución :

Parámetros recomendados

Temperatura2428 °C
pH67.5
GH212 °dGH
KH18 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.5 mg/L

Cuidado

Dificultad
3/5
Dieta
Omnívoro
Tanque mín.
150 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamaño adulto
15 cm
Esperanza de vida
12 años
Temperamento
Peaceful
Propagación

Notas de cuidado

Temperature 24-28°C, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 2-12, KH 1-8. A minimum 150-liter aquarium is recommended. Diet should include herbivore tablets, blanched vegetables and frozen foods. Moderate to strong water flow is appreciated. Hiding places (rocks, caves) are essential. Compatible with peaceful medium-sized fish. Avoid aggressive species. Oxygenated and clean water is necessary.

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