Panaqolus Sp. L206 – Spotted Tail Clown Pleco

Panaqolus Sp. L206 – Spotted Tail Clown Pleco, also known as the Spotted Tail Clown Pleco is closely related to the more common Clown Pleco. Native to the upper Amazon. It is an ideal species for the small to medium community aquarium.These fishare not as readily available as other plecos,thus, the higher price tag.

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Features ofL206 Spotted Tail Clown Pleco:

• They have alternating wavey or straight stripes of browns to beige & orange with a spotted tail
• The eyes are large and bulbous and giving the fish a unique look
• The L206 Spotted TailClown Pleco has a set of large rayed fins
• Grows to 8cm

Best Aquarium Size forL206 Spotted Tail Clown Pleco:

L206 Spotted TailClown Pleco cando well in a tank of 75Lor larger. However, it depends on the size of your pleco. Also, if you want toset up a community tank, you have to increase the tank size.

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Tank Mate Compatibility:

L206 Spotted TailClown Pleco can be kept in community tanks.Do not add larger or more active bottom-dwellers. Because of the passive nature of the L206 Spotted TailClown Pleco, its often out-competed for food.

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

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Diet:

L206 Spotted TailClown Pleco’s dobest on a high-protein diet.Offer them a steady diet of algae wafers and frozen or live foods such as bloodwormsto meet their nutritional requirements. We recommend theAlgae Wafers from Hikari,Fluval Bug Bites Algae Crisps,Vitalis Catfish PelletsandSera Catfish Chips Wafers with Wood.

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PlecoTank Setup:

Aquarium Filtration

A goodfiltration systemis necessary.Known to be heavy waste producers, an efficient filtration system will ensure a clean aquarium.Make sure the filter matches with your tank size.

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• 307 Performance Canister Filter By Fluval
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• Aqua One 1000 External Canister Filter

Air Pumps or Bladders

Air pumps or bladders are recommended. L206 Spotted TailClown Pleco’s like a stronger current, so make sure the filters outlet can meet that need. You can search for an idealPumpfor your tank in our online shop.

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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Plants forPlecos

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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Decorations forPlecos

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. This species requires wood in their diet to aid digestion, so adding driftwood to your aquarium is essential.

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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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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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