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While \u003cem\u003eAspidoras poecilus \u003c\/em\u003eare small, they shouldn't be kept in tanks smaller than 20 gallons as they do not tolerate high levels of pollutants, need to be kept in large groups to feel safe, and are very active.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e  Corydoradinae \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eare small, peaceful catfish that are active shoalers and will stay near conspecifics, making for a lovely sight.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThey\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efeed by searching through sand with their barbels, making such a substrate necessary for their long-term health\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGravel substrates tend to be abrasive and damage the barbels, leading to infections and an inability to find food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  While these friendly catfish are willing to swim with other species of \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCorydoradinae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e different from their own, this does not provide the same social need as being kept with members of their own species. 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One of the main differences that separates the two is their size -\u003cem\u003e S. petricola\u003c\/em\u003e may reach 5\" while \u003cem\u003eS. lucipinnis\u003c\/em\u003e rarely outgrows 3.5\". Most \u003cem\u003eSynodontis\u003c\/em\u003e are nocturnal and will forage for food at night. They are peaceful fish but may sneak into a cave to eat the spawn of a Lake Tanganyikan cichlid. They make ideal tankmates for most Tanganyikan cichlids and, if they are large enough, can be kept with Malawi cichlids as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cem\u003eSynodontis lucipinnis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dwarf Petricola\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7.6-8.6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 72-82°\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAggressiveness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lake Tanganyika, Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaptive Bred or Wild\u003c\/strong\u003e: Captive Bred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/imperialtropicals.com\/collections\/food-feeders\/products\/small-crumbled-fish-food?variant=10767295681\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eFlake or pellet\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lake Tanganyikan cichlids, Lake Malawi cichlids, catfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mate Options\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/imperialtropicals.com\/products\/synodontis-multipunctatus-cuckoo-catfish?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=bf2e20d1b\u0026amp;_ss=r\u0026amp;variant=31111763984407\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eSynodontis multipunctatus\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/imperialtropicals.com\/collections\/african-cichlids\/products\/cyrtocara-blue-moorii?variant=10695348289\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eBlue Dolphin\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/imperialtropicals.com\/collections\/african-cichlids\/products\/julidochromis-marlieri-lake-tanganyika\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eJulidochromis marlieri\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Imperial Tropicals","offers":[{"title":"0.5-1\" Unsexed","offer_id":45611723948339,"sku":"F-45, F-51","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1-2\" Unsexed","offer_id":45611723981107,"sku":"F-45","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-3\" Unsexed","offer_id":51114616684851,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/6524\/2419\/files\/DwarfPetricola.jpg?v=1732042867"},{"product_id":"upside-down-catfish","title":"Upside-Down Catfish","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemarks\u003c\/strong\u003e: Most \u003cem\u003eSynodontis\u003c\/em\u003e are nocturnal and will forage for food at night, but these seem to spend a considerable amount of time in the open during the daylight as well. Upside-Down Cats tend to prefer swimming in loose schools, and we recommend a minimum of 5 in a tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cem\u003eSynodontis nigriventris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: Upside-Down Catfish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7.6-8.6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 72-82°\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAggressiveness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: West Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaptive Bred or Wild\u003c\/strong\u003e: Captive Bred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/imperialtropicals.com\/collections\/food-feeders\/products\/small-crumbled-fish-food?variant=10767295681\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eFlake or pellet\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e: Synodontis catfish, schooling fish 1\"+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mate Options\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/imperialtropicals.com\/collections\/barbs-tetras\/products\/black-neon-tetra-hyphessobrycon-herbertaxelrodi?variant=25509900353\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eBlack Neon Tetra\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/imperialtropicals.com\/products\/congo-tetra-phenacogrammus-interruptus?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=0126ff474\u0026amp;_ss=r\u0026amp;variant=12683054088215\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eCongo Tetra\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/imperialtropicals.com\/products\/synodontis-eupterus-featherfin-squeaker?_pos=6\u0026amp;_sid=bf2e20d1b\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eSynodontis eupterus\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*****Please review our\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" href=\"https:\/\/imperialtropicals.com\/pages\/shipping-faqs\"\u003eShipping and Handling FAQ\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e prior to placing your order. It contains important information about order fulfillment time, shipping speed, and other pertinent details.*****\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Imperial Tropicals","offers":[{"title":"1-2\" Unsexed","offer_id":45611724144947,"sku":"F-38","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-3\" Unsexed","offer_id":51036106031411,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/6524\/2419\/products\/Upside-DownCatfish1-199905.jpg?v=1696503436"},{"product_id":"panda-cory-corydoras-panda","title":"Panda Hoplisoma","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemarks: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePanda Hoplisoma are a small, Peruvian native that inhabit small streams and tributaries fed by the cool meltwater flowing down from the Andes Mountains. They can be found in both tannin-stained blackwater but also in spots where the water is clear with both having fairly cool water that can drop as low as 66\u003cspan\u003e°F\u003c\/span\u003e. Wild specimens are intolerant of water that isn't cool, soft, and acidic but due to the panda Hoplisoma's popularity and ease of breeding, almost all specimens in the hobby are captive bred and much hardier than their wild counter parts. That being said, they tend to fall ill if kept in temperatures higher than 78\u003cspan\u003e°F for extended periods of time. It is easy to see why this little catfish became so popular in the hobby with their small size and markings that resemble that of a panda with a black mask, dorsal fin, and large spot at the base of their caudal fin. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Panda Hoplisoma were previously classified as \u003cem\u003eCorydoras panda\u003c\/em\u003e, but were reclassified as \u003cem\u003eHoplisoma panda\u003c\/em\u003e upon publication of a phylogenomic analysis in 2024 that reclassified many species in the Corydoradinae subfamily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e  Corydoradinae \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eare small, peaceful catfish that are active shoalers and will stay near conspecifics, making for a lovely sight.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThey\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efeed by searching through sand with their barbels, making such a substrate necessary for their long-term health\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGravel substrates tend to be abrasive and damage the barbels, leading to infections and an inability to find food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  While these friendly catfish are willing to swim with other species of \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCorydoradinae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e different from their own, this does not provide the same social need as being kept with members of their own species. Because of this, it is highly recommended to keep at least six of each species of \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCorydoradinae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e present in the aquarium and only mix species if one has the space to keep at least six of each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCorydoradinae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare often looked at as \"scavengers,\" but they should be treated in a similar fashion as the rest of your fish. They are omnivores and require a mixed diet. 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Their bodies are dark gray or silver with black markings in the form of 7-8 horizontal lines of dots starting from behind the pectoral fins and extending down to the caudal fin, broken bands through their fins, and the head being the reverse where it is a darker color with light spots. What usually draws hobbyists to this fish, however, are the bright orange pectoral and ventral spines that really make them stand out. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  In the wild, Sterba's Hoplisoma were originally thought to have their range limited to the Upper Rio Guapore ever since their discovery in 1962 upon which they were named after Dr Günther Sterba. That was until another population was discovered in the Rio Itenez in 2003. In both areas, this fish can be found inhabiting tannin-stained small tributaries, flooded forests, creeks, and streams with lots of fallen branches and botanicals along with mild flow. Aquarists have found them to be much more tolerant of and actually preferring warmer temperatures compared to their cousins. This hardiness, however, does not extend to their tolerance of pH or water hardness causing them to require soft, acidic water especially when working with wild caught fish. Captive bred specimens are somewhat more tolerant but still should be kept in similar conditions to thrive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  Sterba's Hoplisoma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ewere previously classified as \u003cem\u003eCorydoras sterbai\u003c\/em\u003e, but were reclassified as \u003cem\u003eHoplisoma sterbai\u003c\/em\u003e upon publication of a phylogenomic analysis in 2024 that reclassified many species in the \u003cem\u003eCorydoradinae \u003c\/em\u003esubfamily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCorydoradinae \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eare small, peaceful catfish that are active shoalers and will stay near conspecifics, making for a lovely sight.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThey\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efeed by searching through sand with their barbels, making such a substrate necessary for their long-term health\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGravel substrates tend to be abrasive and damage the barbels, leading to infections and an inability to find food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  While these friendly catfish are willing to swim with other species of \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCorydoradinae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e different from their own, this does not provide the same social need as being kept with members of their own species. Because of this, it is highly recommended to keep at least six of each species of \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCorydoradinae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e present in the aquarium and only mix species if one has the space to keep at least six of each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCorydoradinae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare often looked at as \"scavengers,\" but they should be treated in a similar fashion as the rest of your fish. They are omnivores and require a mixed diet. 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While commonly sold as a fish to clean up algae, they actually make it worse due to their high waste output. The larger they get, the more protein they require in their diet. If this is not provided, common plecos can begin attacking tankmates, attempting to eat their eyes and slime coat. They are known to quickly invade local waterways and like all pet fish, should not be released into ponds or streams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e  Due to how large this species gets, them causing more algae growth than they clean up due to waste, and their frequent release into waterways upon outgrowing a tank causing extreme environmental damage, we no longer carry this species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hypostomus plecostomus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: Common Pleco\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e: 5.0-7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e: 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This interesting mutation showed up early on back when these classic catfish were first being selectively bred in captivity. They are typically yellow or cream in color with a red eye. You may see some patterning on their bodies left over from their ancestry, but it usually is only a slightly different shade from the rest of their body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Bushynose, or bristlenose plecos, belong to the genus \u003cem\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/em\u003e but their exact species is unknown. The common bushynose plecos you see available today are likely line-bred from \u003cem\u003eA. cirrhosus\u003c\/em\u003e, but there is a chance hybridization with other \u003cem\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/em\u003e species occurred at some point. Their common name is derived from the long and elaborate tentacles that develop on the faces of males. The bigger the \"beard\" as some call it, the more dominant the male. 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They can be kept with shrimp if the population has been given plenty of time to grow and begin reproducing regularly as the bushynose pleco will prey on them occasionally. While they are omnivores, they prefer to have a diet consisting mostly of vegetable matter and will voraciously feed on algae. Their appetite for algae does not diminish as they grow like in the case of common plecos making them an excellent addition to the cleanup crew in a tank. Typically, plants will not be eaten unless the pleco is starving or the plant is already dying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Bushynose plecos come in a variety of color forms that have been selectively bred for such as green, blue eye lemon, albino, super red, calico, and even a long-finned variant. They do best when kept in soft, acidic water free of pollutants but are not as picky about this compared to other species. 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This interesting color variant were selectively bred to create the super red variant so they can be a good chance to start your own line of super reds if wanted. We occasionally are able to offer some that display both traits, being referred to as \"calico x super red.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  This line also has long, flowing fins making this already interesting bushynose variant even better. To prevent their long fins from getting damaged, it is even more important that longfin chocolate bushynose are not to be kept with nippy or aggressive fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Bushynose, or bristlenose plecos, belong to the genus \u003cem\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/em\u003e but their exact species is unknown. The common bushynose plecos you see available today are likely line-bred from \u003cem\u003eA. cirrhosus\u003c\/em\u003e, but there is a chance hybridization with other \u003cem\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/em\u003e species occurred at some point. 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However, more efforts have thankfully been being made, including here at Imperial Tropicals where we have had a breeding colony for a number of years, to increase their numbers among the captive population.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e    The L046 zebra pleco is a typical \u003cem\u003eHypancistrus\u003c\/em\u003e in regards to their care in captivity. They come from rocky areas of pristine, heavily oxygenated, warm, soft, and acidic water. It has been noted that they are surprisingly tolerant of a somewhat broader range of parameters in regards to hardness and pH compared to other sensitive plecos. However, they are unforgiving when it comes to water quality, oxygen levels, and temperature. If any of these are not kept at acceptable levels, the L046 zebra pleco will decline in health and eventually die. Using a high quality filter with a high flow rate along with a heater and frequent water changes will help keep these plecos happy and healthy. Like all known \u003cem\u003eHypancistrus\u003c\/em\u003e, the L046 zebra pleco is a carnivore so they must be fed a varied diet high in protein. Protein rich gel foods like Repashy, bloodworms, and sinking wafers are good choices to feed to meet their dietary needs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e  A unique and important thing to note about the L046 zebra pleco is that they are social fish. If kept in groups less than at least 5-6 fish, it will cause them to become very stressed resulting in the fish hiding even more and even stop eating in some cases. Notably, these small plecos are rather shy even when it comes to eating so they should not be kept with any fish that are overly boisterous, aggressive, or large enough to fit them in their mouths such as large cichlids. 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They can be a very exciting breeding project as they are such a unique and beautiful catfish that requires diligent efforts in regards to breeding to keep them present within the hobby. 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Vegetables such as cucumbers or zucchini are appreciated as well, and should be offered as a supplement 1-3 times per week. 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Like many of their close relatives, they have a large, robust build and coloration that holds a natural elegance. They can be anywhere from dark brown to olive green with black or dark gray stripes running from their nose to their tail. Also having red eyes to accent it all, L190 royal plecos make for a truly impressive \u003cem\u003eLoricariid\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e  With how large and well armored royal plecos are, they can make a great addition to a tank containing larger and more aggressive fish so long as they share the same preferred water parameters consisting of somewhat soft, acidic conditions with little pollutants. However, it should be kept in mind royal plecos can be territorial toward conspecifics so if housing them with other loricariids, plenty of space and hiding spots should be provided. 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Their black bodies covered in white spots stand out in just about any aquarium, but looks best when kept in a tank with a dark background. Captive bred specimens are fairly hardy but they still require soft, acidic water to remain at peak health. Being mostly carnivorous, these little plecos also require a meaty diet but appreciate the occasional vegetable or spirulina pellet to round out their diet. As the L201 Orinoco snowball angel pleco is a fairly small and docile species with an eye-catching pattern, they can be a great addition to a smaller, peaceful, South American community tank.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Imperial Tropicals","offers":[{"title":"1-2” Unsexed Captive Bred","offer_id":45611797348659,"sku":"SW. 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It's common name comes from the interesting and unique dentition it has consisting of two large, sharp teeth that look like fangs, a feature in unique to their genus. It is presumed these teeth aid this pleco in feeding on invertebrates such as snails as it is a carnivorous species. These teeth are also used for defense and in territorial disputes making them rather violent affairs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Its other common name, the galaxy pleco, and the second half of its scientific name, \u003cem\u003egalaxias\u003c\/em\u003e, are derived from its beautiful pattern. The L240 vampire pleco has a black body and fins with bright white spots making it look like the night sky. Due to its territorial nature, sensitivity to poor water quality, and size, this species is best kept in large tanks of at least 90 gallons and as the only \u003cem\u003eLoricariid. \u003c\/em\u003eHaving lots of hiding spots in the tank will also encourage it to come out more during the day. 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What sets them apart are their flowing, elegant fins that get longer with age. To prevent their long fins from getting damaged, it is even more important that longfin chocolate bushynose are not to be kept with nippy or aggressive fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Bushynose, or bristlenose plecos, belong to the genus \u003cem\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/em\u003e but their exact species is unknown. The common bushynose plecos you see available today are likely line-bred from \u003cem\u003eA. cirrhosus\u003c\/em\u003e, but there is a chance hybridization with other \u003cem\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/em\u003e species occurred at some point. Their common name is derived from the long and elaborate tentacles that develop on the faces of males. The bigger the \"beard\" as some call it, the more dominant the male. Females will occasionally develop bristles as well along the edges of their face making it difficult to differentiate young males from females. These bristles are tempting for nippy and aggressive fish so this combined with bushynose plecos not having much armor compared to other species is why they should not be housed with nippy or aggressive fish. The pleco itself can pose a danger in the case of fish trying to swallow them as they have spines on their fins that they will flare out if being attacked to prevent the fish from eating them. This can result in the fish choking and the loss of both it and the pleco if the pleco remains stuck in the mouth of the fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eBushynose plecos do not grow very large and are mostly peaceful so they can fit in well in smaller aquariums. Typically, the only aggression shown tends to be among males fighting over spawning caves. They can be kept with shrimp if the population has been given plenty of time to grow and begin reproducing regularly as the bushynose pleco will prey on them occasionally. While they are omnivores, they prefer to have a diet consisting mostly of vegetable matter and will voraciously feed on algae. Their appetite for algae does not diminish as they grow like in the case of common plecos making them an excellent addition to the cleanup crew in a tank. Typically, plants will not be eaten unless the pleco is starving or the plant is already dying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Bushynose plecos come in a variety of color forms that have been selectively bred for such as green, blue eye lemon, albino, super red, calico, and even a long-finned variant. They do best when kept in soft, acidic water free of pollutants but are not as picky about this compared to other species. Due to how long this pleco has been bred in captivity, they have become extremely hardy and very prolific making them an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Breeding bushynose plecos can be very easy so long as all their needs are attended to and spawning sites are provided. Bushynose plecos are cave spawners where males will choose a small cave where he will chase females into to spawn. Once the female has laid eggs, it will be left up to the male to guard the cave and keep the eggs clean as the female leaves. They fan the eggs with their fins to keep fresh water flowing over them to help prevent them from fungusing and ensuring they get plenty of oxygen. Once the eggs hatch, the male will keep the fry inside the cave until they have absorbed their yolk sack and have become free swimming. 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Adults of both fish look heavily similar and are frequently confused for the other. The L066 king tiger pleco differs from the L333 Gurupa pleco in that their base color is much lighter compared to the yellow or tan base color of the L333 Gurupa pleco. The stripes on their fins are also more straight and uniform. The difference in color and pattern are much more obvious in juvenile fish which can sometimes be almost white with disconnected black stripes and spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Recently in 2025, a taxonomic study was conducted on the L066 king tiger pleco along with a number of other similar looking \u003cem\u003eHypancistrus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e. \u003c\/em\u003eThis study determined that the plecos under the L-numbers L333, L66, L236, L399 and L400 were all just different variations\/localities of the same highly variable new species. 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They come from rocky areas of pristine, heavily oxygenated, warm, soft, and acidic water and will gradually decline in health in the home aquarium if these conditions are not replicated. Using a high quality filter with a high flow rate along with a heater and frequent water changes will help keep these plecos happy and healthy. Like all known \u003cem\u003eHypancistrus\u003c\/em\u003e, the L066 king tiger pleco is a carnivore so they must be fed a varied diet high in protein. Protein rich gel foods like Repashy, bloodworms, and sinking wafers are good choices to feed to meet their dietary needs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  To reduce territorial fights and help the L066 king tiger pleco feel comfortable in the aquarium, plenty of snug, rocky caves should be provided for them to hide in. These caves are also where these fish will spawn if all other conditions are just right. They can be a very exciting breeding project as they are such a unique and beautiful catfish. 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Individuals at peak healthy display vibrant yellow or orange coloration that pairs nicely with the black or dark gray stripes that also cover their fins and body. As their common name indicates, this gives them a pattern similar to that of a tiger. 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These bristles are tempting for nippy and aggressive fish so this combined with bushynose plecos not having much armor compared to other species is why they should not be housed with nippy or aggressive fish. The pleco itself can pose a danger in the case of fish trying to swallow them as they have spines on their fins that they will flare out if being attacked to prevent the fish from eating them. This can result in the fish choking and the loss of both it and the pleco if the pleco remains stuck in the mouth of the fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eBushynose plecos do not grow very large and are mostly peaceful so they can fit in well in smaller aquariums. Typically, the only aggression shown tends to be among males fighting over spawning caves. They can be kept with shrimp if the population has been given plenty of time to grow and begin reproducing regularly as the bushynose pleco will prey on them occasionally. While they are omnivores, they prefer to have a diet consisting mostly of vegetable matter and will voraciously feed on algae. Their appetite for algae does not diminish as they grow like in the case of common plecos making them an excellent addition to the cleanup crew in a tank. Typically, plants will not be eaten unless the pleco is starving or the plant is already dying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Bushynose plecos come in a variety of color forms that have been selectively bred for such as green, blue eye lemon, albino, super red, calico, and even a long-finned variant. They do best when kept in soft, acidic water free of pollutants but are not as picky about this compared to other species. 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They may also be called blue Eye albino bushynose though they are more likely to be leucistic rather than albino. This is due to the fact they appear to lack any pigment rather than just lacking dark pigments except in their eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Bushynose, or bristlenose plecos, belong to the genus \u003cem\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/em\u003e but their exact species is unknown. The common bushynose plecos you see available today are likely line-bred from \u003cem\u003eA. cirrhosus\u003c\/em\u003e, but there is a chance hybridization with other \u003cem\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/em\u003e species occurred at some point. Their common name is derived from the long and elaborate tentacles that develop on the faces of males. The bigger the \"beard\" as some call it, the more dominant the male. Females will occasionally develop bristles as well along the edges of their face making it difficult to differentiate young males from females. 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