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Scobinancistrus aureatus - L014 8-10 cm
Description
Scobinancistrus aureatus - L014: commonly refers to the Sunshine Pleco (or Goldie Pleco), a freshwater armoured catfish scientifically named Scobinancistrus aureatus. This fish comes from the Rio Xingu in Brazil and stands out in the aquarium hobby for its bright yellow spots on a dark body and vibrant fins.
Technical Sheet and Characteristics:
Common name: Sunshine Pleco, Goldie Pleco.
Adult size: Can reach between 25 and 35 cm in length.
Origin: Rio Xingu, State of Pará, Brazil.
Diet: Omnivore with a strong carnivorous/detritivorous preference (eats invertebrates, bottom foods, biofilm and vegetables).
Temperament: Generally peaceful with other fish, but territorial with other plecos.
Aquarium Requirements: Water temperature: It must be kept warm, ideally between 25°C and 29°C.
Water parameters: Ideal pH between 6.5 and 7.2. Water flow: Requires strong filtration and good oxygenation.
Space: Due to its substantial size, it requires large aquariums (generally above 300 litres for one adult).
Technical Sheet and Characteristics:
Common name: Sunshine Pleco, Goldie Pleco.
Adult size: Can reach between 25 and 35 cm in length.
Origin: Rio Xingu, State of Pará, Brazil.
Diet: Omnivore with a strong carnivorous/detritivorous preference (eats invertebrates, bottom foods, biofilm and vegetables).
Temperament: Generally peaceful with other fish, but territorial with other plecos.
Aquarium Requirements: Water temperature: It must be kept warm, ideally between 25°C and 29°C.
Water parameters: Ideal pH between 6.5 and 7.2. Water flow: Requires strong filtration and good oxygenation.
Space: Due to its substantial size, it requires large aquariums (generally above 300 litres for one adult).
