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Chubby Pleco - (Parancistrus aurantiacus)
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🐟 Chubby Pleco (Parancistrus aurantiacus)

The Chubby Pleco is a charming and unique armored catfish known for its rounded body and dynamic color changes. This species is a favorite for pleco enthusiasts intrigued by its unpredictable shifts between gold, yellow, black, and brown hues.


🌈 Color Changes

  • 🌟 The Chubby Pleco can change color repeatedly—from gold to yellow to black to brown and back again.
  • ❓ The triggers for these changes remain a mystery to science and hobbyists alike.
  • 🔄 Some plecos experience Concurrent Color Change (CCC), but this phenomenon may be specific to species that normally don’t change colors, unlike the Chubby Pleco.
  • 💬 Beware of sellers claiming to have a “secret” to keep them gold—this is a sales tactic; there is no known secret!
  • 🚫 Parancistrus aurantiacus does not have an L number as it is a scientifically described species.
  • ⚠️ Many sellers and exporters worldwide wrongly label them as L056 or L056Y. However, L056 is the Black Gudgeon Pleco (Pseudancistrus sp. L056), a completely different species that does not change colors.

🌊 Tank Setup

  • 🏞️ Spacious tanks with lots of hiding spots like caves and driftwood
  • 💧 Prefers clean, well-oxygenated water with moderate flow
  • 🌑 Dim lighting helps reduce stress and encourages natural behavior

🍽️ Diet

  • 🌿 Primarily herbivorous: algae wafers, spirulina, and veggies
  • 🥩 Occasionally accepts protein-rich sinking pellets

⚖️ Temperament

  • 😌 Peaceful and shy
  • 🕶️ Mostly nocturnal, often hiding during the day

🧠 Behavior & Care

  • 🐾 Likes to roam searching for algae and biofilm
  • 🌡️ Prefers stable water parameters typical of South American rivers

📋 At a Glance

🔖 Scientific Name Parancistrus aurantiacus
🐠 Common Name Chubby Pleco
📏 Size 4–6" (10–15 cm)
🌡️ Temperature 73–82°F (23–28°C)
💧 pH Range 6.5–7.5
🐟 Temperament Peaceful
🏠 Tank Size 30+ gallons
🍽️ Diet Herbivore/Omnivore
🎯 Experience Level Intermediate

💡 The Chubby Pleco’s ever-changing coloration and mysterious nature make it a fascinating choice for pleco collectors. Understanding its unique behavior helps set expectations for a truly one-of-a-kind fish.

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