Colombian Zebra Plec L129 Care Guide
Hypancistrus debilittera
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Bioload Score
1400
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 7.0 cm / 2.8"
- Temperature
- 25–30°C (78–86°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 113L (30 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Primarily carnivorous, they prefer things like chopped prawns, and sinking pellets specific to carnivores.
Community Compatibility
Peaceful community with other non-aggressive bottom dwellers
Good to Know
For L129 Plecos, provide warm, well-oxygenated water with caves and low lighting to encourage natural behavior and breeding.
Gender Differences
Males have broader heads and more pronounced odontodes (bristles) on pectoral fins
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