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L449 Meta Pepper Pleco - (Hypostomus sp.)

L449 Meta Pepper Pleco - (Hypostomus sp.)

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L449 Meta Pepper Pleco - (Hypostomus sp.)
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🐟 L449 Meta Pepper Pleco – Hypostomus sp. – Rare South American Pleco for Sale

The L449 Meta Pepper Pleco for sale (Hypostomus sp.) is a rare South American freshwater pleco originating from Colombia’s Meta River basin. Named for its attractive “peppered” body pattern of scattered light spots over a dark base, this hardy species is prized by pleco collectors and aquarium enthusiasts. The Meta Pepper Pleco thrives in spacious aquariums with driftwood, rocky hiding spots, and moderate water flow, and is an excellent algae grazer for community or species-specific tanks.


🔎 Quick Facts – L449 Meta Pepper Pleco

  • 📛 Common Name: Meta Pepper Pleco
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Hypostomus sp.
  • 🆔 L-Number: L449
  • 🌍 Origin: South America (Colombia – Meta River basin)
  • 🎨 Appearance: Dark body with fine, light “peppered” spotting
  • 📏 Max Size: 8–10 inches (20–25 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: Rare freshwater pleco for sale

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🤝 Peaceful but may be territorial with other large plecos
  • 🌙 Mostly nocturnal, but will graze during the day if undisturbed
  • 💪 Hardy and resilient, suitable for intermediate aquarists
  • 🌿 Grazes on algae and biofilm while benefiting from a mixed diet

🏠 Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 55+ gallons
  • 🪵 Provide driftwood, rock caves, and shaded areas for shelter
  • 🌊 Moderate water flow to mimic natural river conditions
  • 📈 Keep water clean and parameters stable

💧 Water Parameters

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 75–81°F (24–27°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet

  • 🥒 Vegetables: Zucchini, cucumber, spinach
  • 🍤 Protein: Bloodworms, shrimp, sinking carnivore pellets (occasionally)
  • 🪵 Driftwood recommended for supplemental grazing and digestion

🔍 Sexing

  • 👨 Males: May develop more odontodes and be slightly larger
  • 👩 Females: Rounder abdomen

📋 Overview Table – L449 Meta Pepper Pleco Care

Feature Details
🌍 Origin South America (Colombia – Meta River basin)
📏 Max Size 8–10 inches (20–25 cm)
😇 Temperament Peaceful, hardy
🏠 Tank Size 55+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temp 75–81°F (24–27°C)
🍽️ Diet Algae, vegetables, occasional protein
🎯 Ideal For Community tanks, pleco collectors, large aquariums

✨ Highlight:
Buy L449 Meta Pepper Pleco for sale – a rare Hypostomus species from Colombia with a dark, pepper-spotted pattern, peaceful temperament, and hardy nature. Perfect for large aquariums with driftwood, rocks, and stable water conditions.

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