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Freshwater fishL-264 Sultan Pleco
L-264 Sultan Pleco
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The uncommon and lovely sultan pleco comes from a small river off the Amazon in Brazil. These fish have a light grey body with large black spots and white fringe on the fins. Like most plecos, they should have a mix of veggies and meats and do best with some natural driftwood in the aquarium.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Leporacanthicus joselimai (L-264) |
| Origin | Rio Tapajós, Brazil |
| Care Level | Moderate (needs warm, oxygen-rich water) |
| Temperament | Peaceful with fish; territorial with other plecos |
| Adult Size | Up to 8" |
| Lifespan | 12–15+ years |
| Diet | Omnivore (sinking foods) |
| Water Temperature | 78–84°F |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Group Size | Single, or several with a cave each |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 3" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Give them strong current, high oxygen, rocky caves and driftwood. Keep the water warm and very clean, since they produce a lot of waste on a meaty diet.
Feeding: Feed meaty sinking foods like carnivore pellets. They also enjoy frozen foods like shrimp and bloodworms.
Tankmates: They do well with most community fish and cichlids of similar size. They may eat very small fish or shrimp. Give each pleco its own cave.
Good to know: These plecos have strong, toothed mouths and prefer meaty foods; they usually leave plants alone.
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