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Green Phantom (L-200) Plecostomus (Hemiancistrus subviridis/Baryancistrus demantoides)
Green Phantom (L-200) Plecostomus
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Green Phantom (L-200) Plecostomus (Hemiancistrus subviridis/Baryancistrus demantoides)
Additional locales and sizes may be available!
Additional locales and sizes may be available!

Quick Stats

Care Level Moderate, Moderate
Temperament Peaceful, Peaceful
Color Form Green, Green, Grey, Grey
Diet Omnivore, Omnivore
Water Conditions 72-78° F, 76-82° F, dKH 8-12, KH 8-12, pH 6.0-6.5, pH 6.0-6.5
Max. Size 7", 7"
Family Loricariidae, Loricariidae
Minimum Tank Size 50 gallons
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Care Level Moderate, Moderate
Temperament Peaceful, Peaceful
Color Form Green, Green, Grey, Grey
Diet Omnivore, Omnivore
Water Conditions 72-78° F, 76-82° F, dKH 8-12, KH 8-12, pH 6.0-6.5, pH 6.0-6.5
Max. Size 7", 7"
Family Loricariidae, Loricariidae
Minimum Tank Size 50 gallons
Compatibility View Chart, View Chart
What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information

Overview

Did you know that this specimen ships from our LiveAquaria® Wisconsin Facility, home of our popular Diver's Den® WYSIWYG Store and our LiveAquaria® Certified Captive Grown Corals (CCGC)? What that means is that you can rest assured knowing this specimen received the highest level of care from our experienced and professional LiveAquaria® staff!

The Green Phantom Plecostomus originates from the rapids of the Rio Orinoco in Venezuela and even further downstream. The Pleco’s broad flat head and body shape helps it navigate (or stay put) in very strong currents with minimal effort. With its overall muted green coloration and lighter colored polka dots, this visually alluring algae eater makes an excellent choice for freshwater hobbyists in search of unusual aquarium inhabitants.

The Green Phantom Plecostomus requires an established aquarium to thrive. It is critical to maintain high water quality and aeration plus strong water movement to ensure the health of the Green Phantom Plecostomus. A fast-moving, oxygen-rich environment can be achieved using powerheads. They will also do well in aquariums with less hectic water movement.

Green Phantom Plecos are omnivores and will fare well in a mature aquarium with driftwood and smooth edged or rounded rocks that host algae and biofilm. Supplement the diet of their diets with foods that sink to the bottom of the aquarium such as a high-quality flake food and sinking algae or spirulina pellets and wafers.

Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 2-3/4” to 3-1/4” Medium: 3-3/4” to 4-3/4” Large: 4-1/4” to 4-3/4” Extra Large: 4-3/4” to 5-1/4”

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