LDA029 Dappled Brown Panaque - (Panaqolus sp.)

🐟 LDA029 Dappled Brown Panaque – (Panaqolus sp.) – South American Pleco for Sale

The LDA029 Dappled Brown Panaque (Panaqolus sp.) for sale is a beautifully patterned South American pleco known for its warm brown tones covered in soft, mottled dapples. Native to slow-to-moderate flowing waters in South America, this species is both attractive and hardy, making it a great choice for aquarists who enjoy keeping smaller, wood-grazing plecos.

Highly sought after by pleco collectors, the Dappled Brown Panaque adds a natural, earthy beauty to aquascapes and thrives in driftwood-rich aquariums.

🔎 Quick Facts – LDA029 Dappled Brown Panaque

• 📛 Common Name: Dappled Brown Panaque
• 🔬 Scientific Name: Panaqolus sp.
• 🌍 Origin: South America
• 🎨 Appearance: Light-to-dark brown base with irregular dapple-like spots and patterns
• 📏 Max Size: 4–5 inches (10–12 cm)
• 💎 Availability: South American pleco for sale

😇 Behavior & Temperament

• 🤝 Peaceful and well-suited for community tanks
• 🌙 Primarily nocturnal but may become active during the day in a calm setting
• 🪵 Requires driftwood for natural feeding and digestive health

🏠 Tank Requirements

• 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 30+ gallons
• 🪵 Provide plenty of driftwood for grazing and enrichment
• 🪨 Add caves and hiding places for security
• 🌊 Gentle to moderate water flow preferred

💧 Water Parameters

• 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
• ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
• 💧 Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🍽️ Diet

• 🪵 Primarily consumes wood, biofilm, and algae
• 🥒 Supplement with vegetables such as zucchini, cucumber, and spinach
• 🍤 Occasional protein treats like shrimp pellets or bloodworms

🔍 Sexing

• 👨 Males: May show slightly broader heads and fine odontode growth
• 👩 Females: Fuller, rounder body when mature

📋 Overview Table – LDA029 Dappled Brown Panaque Care

✨ Highlight:
The LDA029 Dappled Brown Panaque for sale offers aquarists a peaceful, attractive South American pleco that thrives in driftwood-rich aquariums, adding natural warmth and character to any aquascape.