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L026 Niveato-Pleco - (Baryancistrus niveatus)

L026 Niveato-Pleco - (Baryancistrus niveatus)

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L026 Niveato-Pleco - (Baryancistrus niveatus)
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🐟 L026 Niveato-Pleco (Baryancistrus niveatus)

The L026 Niveato-Pleco is a beautiful armored catfish known for its dark body adorned with fine white spots, giving it a frosted or “niveatus” appearance. Native to the Amazon Basin, this pleco is a peaceful and hardy species that thrives in well-oxygenated water with plenty of hiding spots.


🔍 Quick Facts

  • 🧬 Scientific Name: Baryancistrus niveatus
  • 🏷️ Common Name: L026 Niveato-Pleco
  • 🌍 Origin: South America (Amazon Basin, Brazil)
  • 📏 Max Size: 9–12 inches (23–30 cm)
  • 🧪 Lifespan: 10–15 years

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

  • 🐟 Generally peaceful but territorial toward conspecifics
  • 🪵 Prefers caves, driftwood, and rocky crevices
  • 🌊 Thrives in moderate to strong water flow

🏡 Tank Requirements

  • 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons
  • 🪵 Provide ample hiding places with driftwood and rocks
  • 💨 Strong filtration and good oxygenation required

Water Parameters:

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–84°F (24–29°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🍽️ Diet

  • 🥬 Omnivorous, feeding on algae, biofilm, and occasional protein sources
  • 🍽️ Accepts algae wafers, blanched vegetables, and meaty treats

📊 Overview Table

🏷️ Feature 📋 Details
🧬 Scientific Name Baryancistrus niveatus
🐟 Common Name L026 Niveato-Pleco
🌍 Origin Amazon Basin, Brazil
📏 Max Size 9–12 in (23–30 cm)
🕊️ Temperament Peaceful, territorial
🛁 Tank Size 75 gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 75–84°F (24–29°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous

📝 Snippet
The L026 Niveato-Pleco (Baryancistrus niveatus) enchants with its frosted white spots and peaceful temperament, perfect for spacious, well-oxygenated aquariums.

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