Clown Pleco – L104

L104Clown Pleco, also known as the Ringlet Pleco or Maccus Pleco is an ideal species for the small to medium community aquarium.Endemic tothe tannic Apur and Caron River basins of Venezuela.In young Clown Pleco, the dark brown body is decorated with bright orange to white striping. As the fish matures, the base colour becomes brighter.These fishare not as readily available as other plecos,thus, the higher price tag.

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Features ofL104 Clown Pleco:

• They have alternating wavey or straight stripes of deep brown and light beige, brown with orange hues
• The eyes are large and bulbous and giving the fish a unique look
• The L104 Clown Pleco has a set of large rayed fins
• Grows to 10cm

Best Aquarium Size forL104 Clown Pleco:

L104 Clown 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:

L104 Clown Pleco can be kept in community tanks.Do not add larger or more active bottom-dwellers. Because of the passive nature of the L104Clown Pleco, its often out-competed for food.

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

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Feeding :

L104Clown 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
• Classic External Canister Filter 2215 (350)By EHEIM
• Aqua One 1000 External Canister Filter

Air Pumps or Bladders

Air pumps or bladders are recommended.L104Clown 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.

Plants forPlecos

There are no strict cultivars that these fish prefer. So, get creative and add a variety of plants that fit this environment.

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Decorations forPlecos

You may put some driftwood, rock caves,terra cotta spots or tubes in the aquarium.They love staying hidden in holes. Driftwood is essential as they feed on it to aid digestion.

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Lighting

Install a safe aquariumlighting systeminside so that you can keep an eye on the fish when feeding them. Sufficient light is also important for the growth of your live plants.

Substrate

Sandis the preferred substrate because its closer to whats found in the wild and is less abrasive on their bellies.

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