Hypancistrus Sp. L471 – Dwarf Snowball Pleco

The Dwarf snowball pleco is a small pleco species, only reaching approximately 6cm, making it ideal for smaller aquariums.Snowball pleco is anative of Venezuela, specifically found in the Amazon blackwater river known as Rio Negar.

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Features ofDwarf SnowballPleco:

• Unique polka dots patterns; Black and grey base.
• Grows up to 6cm
• Torpedo-shaped bodies, flat bellies, and a downturned mouth or face

The Best Aquarium Size forDwarf SnowballPleco:

Dwarf Snowball Pleco cando well in a tank of 50Lor larger. However, if you want toset up a community tank, you have to increase the tank size.

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Tank Mate Compatibility:

Snowball plecos peaceful nature makes it easy to choose tank mates for them. Any small to mediumpeaceful aquatic speciescan live with them in their tank. Just avoid large, aggressive or highly active bottom dwellers that will out compete or see them as food.

Here are some great tank mates:

• Tetras
• harlequin rasbora
• Phantom Tetra
• Apistogramma
• Platies

Diet:

The L471 is omnivorous. They love to feed on wood in the aquarium and has a liking for meaty high protein snacks. Feed them algae wafers,flakesand sinking pellets. They also accept treats like live or frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, and insect larvae. Vegetables such as zucchini can be fed once a week.

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PlecoTank Setup:

Aquarium Filtration

Water quality is vital. Thisfish produces amoderate amount of waste, so an excellent filter is essential. Sponge filters make a great option for small to medium tanks, while cannister filters are a great option for medium to large aquariums. Ensure your filter has an adequate flow rate for your aquarium size.

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Aquarium Heater

This plecoenjoystemperatures between 25 – 28 C. To manage stable water temperatures, we recommend installing a reliable aquarium heater and always monitor with an additional thermometer.

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Aquarium Plants

There are no strict cultivars that these fish prefer. So, get creative and add a variety of plants that fit this environment.Floating plants or large-leaved plants like java fern are all good choices foryour pleco tank. Pleco’s enjoy shaded areas and places to hide, this makes them feel safe.

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Aquarium Decorations

Thesecave-dwellerswill appreciate a replication of their natural habitat, and that means you have the option of adding rock structures, pleco caves, and driftwood.Creating caves enables your fish to feel safe and claim territory.

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Aquarium Lighting

These fish enjoy lower light levels with lots of shade and dark spaces to hide. If keeping live plants, they will need sufficient light to grow.

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Aquarium Substrate

Aquarium sand is ideal for plecos as they are bottom dwellers and will forage through substrate for food. If you prefer to use gravel, use a smooth and rounded gravel to protect their bodies.

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