{"product_id":"l20-polka-dot-pleco-spectracanthicus-zuanoni","title":"L20 Polka Dot Pleco (Spectracanthicus zuanoni )","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eL20 Polka Dot Pleco\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, scientifically known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eSpectracanthicus zuanoni\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, is a captivating freshwater catfish celebrated for its dark body adorned with striking white polka dots. This species originates from Brazil’s Amazon Basin, specifically thriving in the clear, warm waters of the Rio Tapajós and Rio Curuá-Una, characterized by moderate to swift currents and high oxygen levels. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ePhysical Characteristics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe L20 Polka Dot Pleco can grow up to approximately 10 inches (25 cm) in length. Its distinctive polka dot pattern remains prominent throughout its life, adding a unique aesthetic to aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAquarium Requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e A minimum of a 5-foot (150 cm) tank is recommended to accommodate its territorial nature and provide ample space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e 79–87°F (26–30°C) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e 5.0–7.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e 5–15 dGH \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eEnvironment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Incorporate plenty of hiding spots using driftwood, caves, and rocky structures to mimic its natural habitat and reduce stress. Efficient filtration and regular water changes are crucial to maintain water quality. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDiet and Feeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrimarily omnivorous, the L20 Polka Dot Pleco thrives on a balanced diet that includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAlgae wafers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBlanched vegetables \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLive or frozen foods such as bloodworms \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEnsuring a varied diet supports their health and vibrant coloration. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eBehavior and Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eGenerally peaceful and reclusive, this pleco can exhibit territorial behavior, especially towards conspecifics or similarly shaped species. It’s best housed with other peaceful, similarly sized fish like small to medium tetras or rasboras. Avoid pairing with overly aggressive or large predatory fish to maintain harmony in the aquarium. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"monsteraquariumonline","offers":[{"title":"2.5-3\"","offer_id":42555843641553,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/9135\/5601\/files\/6610382B-79D6-4E47-9DB7-688987501082.jpg?v=1743374439","url":"https:\/\/www.monsteraquariumonline.com\/products\/l20-polka-dot-pleco-spectracanthicus-zuanoni","provider":"monsteraquariumonline","version":"1.0","type":"link"}