đ L262 Fine Dotted Pleco (Hypancistrus sp.)
The L262 Fine Dotted Pleco is known for its delicate pattern of tiny dots across a dark body, offering a subtle yet beautiful appearance. Native to South America, this species is peaceful and thrives in aquariums with plenty of caves and moderate water flow.
đ Quick Facts
đ§Ź Scientific Name: Hypancistrus sp.
đ·ïž Common Name: L262 Fine Dotted Pleco
đ Origin: South America
đ Max Size: 3â4 inches (8â10 cm)
đ§Ș Lifespan: 8â12 years
đïž Behavior & Temperament
đĄ Tank Requirements
đ Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
đš Moderate water flow with good filtration
đĄïž Temperature: 74â79°F (23â26°C)
âïž pH: 6.5â7.5
đ§ Soft to moderately hard water
đœïž Diet
đ„Ź Omnivorous â algae wafers, fresh vegetables, and occasional protein treats
đ Overview Table
| đ·ïž Feature | đ Details |
|---|---|
| đ§Ź Scientific Name | Hypancistrus sp. |
| đ Common Name | L262 Fine Dotted Pleco |
| đ Origin | South America |
| đ Max Size | 3â4 in (8â10 cm) |
| đïž Temperament | Peaceful, shy |
| đ Tank Size | 30+ gallons |
| âïž pH Range | 6.5â7.5 |
| đĄïž Temperature | 74â79°F (23â26°C) |
| đœïž Diet | Omnivorous |
đ Snippet
The L262 Fine Dotted Pleco (Hypancistrus sp.) is a delicate and peaceful pleco species perfect for aquariums with plenty of hiding places and moderate water flow.











