L324 White Brush Pleco - (Baryancistrus hadrostomus)

🐟 L324 White Brush Pleco (Baryancistrus hadrostomus)

The L324 White Brush Pleco is an eye-catching Baryancistrus species known for its velvety dark body contrasted by bright white tips on its fins and tail, giving it a “brushed” appearance. Hardy yet elegant, it’s a standout choice for pleco enthusiasts who enjoy bold markings and active grazers.

🔎 Quick Facts

• 📛 Common Name: White Brush Pleco
• 🔬 Scientific Name: Baryancistrus hadrostomus
• 🎨 Appearance: Dark base color with white-tipped fins and caudal edges
• 📏 Max Size: Up to 9 inches (23 cm)

😇 Behavior & Temperament

• 🕊️ Generally peaceful but can be territorial with other bottom dwellers
• 🌙 More active during low-light hours
• 🪨 Likes clinging to rocks, driftwood, and tank glass while grazing

🏠 Tank Requirements

• 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons or larger
• 🪵 Provide driftwood and rock caves for shelter
• 🌊 Strong water flow with high oxygen levels, mimicking river environments
• 🪨 Sand or smooth gravel substrate

💧 Water Parameters

• 🌡️ Temperature: 77–84°F (25–29°C)
• ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
• 💧 Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet

• 🌿 Omnivorous: Algae, biofilm, and wood fiber grazers
• 🪵 Driftwood is essential for digestion
• 🍤 Supplement with algae wafers, blanched vegetables, and occasional meaty foods

🔍 Sexing

• 👨 Males: More developed odontodes and slimmer body shape
• 👩 Females: Fuller, rounder body when mature

📋 Overview Table

✨ Snippet:

• 🌟 Elegant white fin tips that stand out in aquariums
• 🌊 Loves strong, well-oxygenated water
• 🪵 Needs driftwood as part of its diet
• 🏠 Prefers large tanks with rocky caves
• 🎯 Perfect for experienced pleco keepers seeking a showpiece fish