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L018 Gold Nugget Pleco - (Baryancistrus xanthellus)

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L018 Gold Nugget Pleco - (Baryancistrus xanthellus)
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🐟 L018 Gold Nugget Pleco (Baryancistrus xanthellus)

The L018 Gold Nugget Pleco is a spectacular loricariid renowned for its striking black body covered with bright yellow or gold spots, resembling scattered nuggets of gold. Due to its vivid coloration when young, it is a very popular pleco among fish enthusiasts. However, it can be challenging to keep alive to adulthood because of its complex dietary needs that are difficult to replicate in home aquariums. Even when accepted, prepared aquarium foods may not fully meet the nutritional requirements this species obtains in the wild.


🔍 Quick Facts

  • 🧬 Scientific Name: Baryancistrus xanthellus
  • 🏷️ Common Name: L018 Gold Nugget Pleco
  • 🌍 Origin: Brazil – Rio Xingu
  • 📏 Max Size: 9–12 inches (23–30 cm)
  • 🧪 Lifespan: 10–15 years

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

  • 🐟 Peaceful but can be territorial toward other bottom dwellers
  • 🪵 Enjoys caves, driftwood, and rocky shelters
  • 🌊 Prefers strong water flow and high oxygen levels

🏡 Tank Requirements

  • 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons
  • 🪵 Provide ample caves and hiding spots with driftwood and rocks
  • 💨 Strong filtration and water movement are essential

Water Parameters:

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 77–86°F (25–30°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🍽️ Diet

  • 🥬 Omnivorous, favoring algae and vegetable matter
  • 🦐 Accepts protein-rich foods like shrimp and bloodworms
  • 🍽️ Sinking algae wafers and high-quality pleco pellets recommended
  • ⚠️ Complex feeding requirements mean that replicating its wild diet at home can be difficult; nutrition from prepared foods may be insufficient for long-term health
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📊 Overview Table

🏷️ Feature 📋 Details
🧬 Scientific Name Baryancistrus xanthellus
🐟 Common Name L018 Gold Nugget Pleco
🌍 Origin Brazil – Rio Xingu
📏 Max Size 9–12 in (23–30 cm)
🕊️ Temperament Peaceful, mildly territorial
🛁 Tank Size 75 gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 77–86°F (25–30°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous with complex nutritional needs

📝 Snippet
The L018 Gold Nugget Pleco (Baryancistrus xanthellus) dazzles with its golden spots and is highly sought after, but its complex diet makes it challenging to keep healthy in home aquariums.

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