Antenna Plecos Care Guide
Pterosturisoma microps
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Bioload Score
6000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 16.0 cm / 6.5"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.2
- Min Tank Size
- 200L (53 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Omnivorous. They primarily eat algae and plant matter, but also accept high-quality pellets, flakes, and occasional live or frozen foods like brine shrimp and bloodworms.
Community Compatibility
Peaceful community fish of similar size.
Good to Know
Antenna Plecos need bogwood in their aquarium to truly thrive.
Gender Differences
The genital region is broader in females
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