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Royal Pleco

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Royal Pleco

Royal Pleco

Scientific Name

Panaque nigrolineatus
Family: Loricariidae
Origin: Southern Colombia
Adult Size: 10 inches (25 cm)
Social: Peaceful, suitable for community tanks
Lifespan: 10+ years
Tank Level: Bottom dweller
Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallon
Diet: Herbivore, prefers algae
Breeding: Egglayer
Care: Difficult
pH: 6.5 - 7.5
Hardness: 2-15 dGH
Temperature: 72-79 F (22-26 C)
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