🐟 L153 Northern Thresher Pleco (Isorineloricaria villarsi)
The L153 Northern Thresher Pleco is a sleek and graceful armored catfish native to northern South America. It features a slender body with a distinctive elongated tail, resembling a thresher shark’s tail. This peaceful bottom-dweller is prized for its unique appearance and algae-eating habits.
🔍 Quick Facts
🧬 Scientific Name: Isorineloricaria villarsi
🏷️ Common Name: L153 Northern Thresher Pleco
🌍 Origin: Northern South America
📏 Max Size: 6–8 inches (15–20 cm)
🧪 Lifespan: 8+ years
🕊️ Behavior & Temperament
🏡 Tank Requirements
🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
💨 Moderate water flow with good filtration
🌡️ Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C)
⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
💧 Soft to moderately hard water
🍽️ Diet
🥬 Omnivorous — algae wafers, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein treats such as bloodworms or shrimp pellets
📊 Overview Table
🏷️ Feature | 📋 Details |
---|---|
🧬 Scientific Name | Isorineloricaria villarsi |
🐟 Common Name | L153 Northern Thresher Pleco |
🌍 Origin | Northern South America |
📏 Max Size | 6–8 in (15–20 cm) |
🕊️ Temperament | Peaceful |
🛁 Tank Size | 30+ gallons |
⚗️ pH Range | 6.5–7.5 |
🌡️ Temperature | 74–80°F (23–27°C) |
🍽️ Diet | Omnivorous |
📝 Snippet
The L153 Northern Thresher Pleco (Isorineloricaria villarsi) is a peaceful, elegant pleco with a unique thresher-like tail, perfect for community aquariums with moderate water flow and plenty of hiding places.