Blue Phantom Plec L128 Care Guide
Hemiancistrus sp. L128
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Bioload Score
5400
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 18.0 cm / 7.0"
- Temperature
- 24–30°C (76–86°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 208L (55 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Primarily herbivorous, with a strong preference for algae and vegetable matter, but will also accept sinking pellets, wafers, and occasional meaty foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for community tanks with other peaceful, similarly sized fish. Avoid aggressive or very small species that could be outcompeted for food.
Gender Differences
Males typically have longer, more pronounced odontodes (hair-like structures) on their pectoral fins and body.
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