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Rio de Para Pleco (L-75)
Peckoltia sabaji
The Rio de Para Pleco originates from the rivers and tributaries of Brazil, and is also known as the Para Pleco or by its Loricariidae number, L-75. It is a beautiful species that is cream to gold in color with many dramatic black polka dots. Its dorsal fin is large for its size and is outlined in black and adorned with the same black polka dot pattern.
A larger aquarium of at least 200 litre is recommended to house the Rio de Para Pleco. It will get rather large in the aquarium, so provide plenty of room for it to move. Plants, rocks, and driftwood help mirror its natural environment and help give it a sense of security.
In the wild this fish is an egg layer, but breeding in an aquarium setting has not been successful.
A useful herbivore in an aquarium with algae, the Rio de Para Pleco will keep algae under control under normal tank conditions. If no algae is present, supplement its diet with dried algae sheets, algae wafers and other herbivore preparations.
Approximate Purchase Size: Large 4cm - 6cm
Due to variations within each species, your aquatic life may not look identical to the image provided.
Fish Statistics
- Minimum Tank Size:
- 200 litres
- Diet:
- Omnivore
- Origin:
- South America
- Temp (C):
- 22-26 C
- Max Size:
- 22.5cm
- Family:
- Loricariidae
- Temperament:
- Peaceful
- pH:
- 6.5 - 7.0
- Care Level:
- Moderate
- Compatibility:
- See Tank Mates Chart below
Buy Rio de Para Pleco (L-75)
Large 4 - 6cm
- 1 or more items - £20.00
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Tank Mates
We recommend pairing your Rio de Para Pleco (L-75) with these other fish:
