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L-47 Mango Pleco
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The L-47 mango pleco is a rare pleco from Brazil that features a broad mango-yellow outer band along the edges of the fins. Also called magnum plecos, these fish are not often caught and have not been bred in captivity. Mango plecos do need some driftwood and will eat algae pellets and scavenge.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Baryancistrus chrysolomus (L-047) |
| Origin | Rio Xingu, Brazil |
| Care Level | Moderate (needs warm, oxygen-rich water) |
| Temperament | Peaceful (territorial with other plecos) |
| Adult Size | Up to 8–10" |
| Lifespan | 12–15+ years |
| Diet | Omnivore (algae and sinking foods) |
| Water Temperature | 78–84°F |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Group Size | Single, or several with a cave each |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 4" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Give them strong current, high oxygen, smooth rocks, caves and driftwood. Many come from warm, fast rivers in Brazil, so keep the water clean and warm.
Feeding: Feed algae wafers and quality sinking pellets. They also enjoy frozen foods now and then.
Tankmates: They do well with most community fish and peaceful cichlids. Give each pleco its own cave to limit territorial squabbles.
Good to know: Many of these plecos come from fast-flowing rivers threatened by dam projects, so wild-caught specimens are increasingly rare.
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