Leopard Sailfin Plec Care Guide
Pterygoplichthys gibbiceps
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Bioload Score
10000
Semi-AggressiveModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 50.0 cm / 19.7"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 200L (53 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Herbivorous; requires a diet rich in algae and vegetable matter.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for tanks with large pieces of wood and other peaceful species.
Gender Differences
Males can be identified by their longer and broader head.
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