L316 Jari Zebra Pleco - (Hypancistrus sp.)

🐟 L316 Jari Zebra Pleco (Hypancistrus sp.)

A strikingly patterned pleco featuring bold black and white zebra-like stripes. The L316 Jari Zebra Pleco is highly sought after for its unique appearance and manageable size, making it a prized choice for pleco enthusiasts.

🔎 Quick Facts

• 📛 Common Name: Jari Zebra Pleco
• 🔬 Scientific Name: Hypancistrus sp.
• 🎨 Appearance: Bold black and white zebra stripes
• 📏 Max Size: Up to 4 inches (10 cm)

😇 Behavior & Temperament

• 🕊️ Peaceful and shy, ideal for community tanks
• 🌙 Mostly nocturnal but can be active during dawn and dusk
• 🤝 Generally good with peaceful species

🏠 Tank Requirements

• 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons or larger
• 🪨 Plenty of caves and hiding spots
• 🌊 Moderate water flow
• 🪵 Soft sand or fine gravel substrate

💧 Water Parameters

• 🌡️ Temperature: 78–86°F (26–30°C)
• ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
• 💧 Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet

• 🌿 Omnivorous: Carnivore-leaning diet with sinking pellets, frozen foods, and occasional algae wafers
• 🍤 Requires protein-rich foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia

🔍 Sexing

• 👨 Males: Larger with broader heads and more developed odontodes
• 👩 Females: Smaller with rounder body shape

📋 Overview Table

✨ Snippet:

• 🌟 Beautiful black and white striped pleco with manageable size
• 🏠 Requires smaller tanks (20+ gallons) with plenty of hiding places
• 🌙 Nocturnal and peaceful, great for community setups
• 🍽️ Needs a protein-rich diet with occasional algae
• 🎯 Perfect for pleco enthusiasts looking for a unique species