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L323 Hail Pleco - (Baryancistrus sp.)

L323 Hail Pleco - (Baryancistrus sp.)

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L323 Hail Pleco - (Baryancistrus sp.)
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🐟 L323 Hail Pleco (Baryancistrus sp.)

The L323 Hail Pleco is a striking Baryancistrus species known for its dark body covered in shimmering light spots that resemble falling hail. Hardy yet stunning, it’s a prized choice for aquarists who appreciate bold patterns and active bottom dwellers.


🔎 Quick Facts

  • 📛 Common Name: Hail Pleco
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Baryancistrus sp.
  • 🎨 Appearance: Dark base coloration with dense, bright white to silvery spots
  • 📏 Max Size: Up to 8 inches (20 cm)

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🕊️ Generally peaceful but may be territorial with similar-shaped plecos
  • 🌙 Most active at night but will forage during the day if comfortable
  • 🪨 Enjoys clinging to hard surfaces and grazing on biofilm

🏠 Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons or larger
  • 🪵 Essential driftwood and rocky structures for grazing and hiding
  • 🌊 Strong water flow with high oxygenation to mimic river habitats
  • 🪨 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: Primarily algae and biofilm grazers
  • 🪵 Requires driftwood for digestion
  • 🍤 Supplement with algae wafers, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein-based foods

🔍 Sexing

  • 👨 Males: More pronounced odontodes and slimmer body
  • 👩 Females: Rounder body, especially when mature

📋 Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Likely Rio Xingu or other Amazon tributaries
📏 Max Size ~8 inches (20 cm)
😇 Temperament Peaceful, mildly territorial
🏠 Tank Size 55 gallons or more
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature 77–84°F (25–29°C)
🍽️ Diet Algae, wood, vegetables, occasional protein
🎯 Ideal For Intermediate to advanced hobbyists

✨ Snippet:

  • 🌟 Beautiful spotted pattern resembling hail
  • 🌊 Thrives in well-oxygenated, flowing water
  • 🪵 Requires driftwood in diet
  • 🏠 Best in large, structured tanks with hiding spots
  • 🎯 A showpiece pleco for experienced aquarists
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