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LDA082 Brown Portel Pleco - (Baryancistrus sp.)

LDA082 Brown Portel Pleco - (Baryancistrus sp.)

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LDA082 Brown Portel Pleco - (Baryancistrus sp.)
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🐟 LDA082 Brown Portel Pleco – (Baryancistrus sp.) – South American Pleco for Sale

The LDA082 Brown Portel Pleco (Baryancistrus sp.) is a beautiful South American freshwater pleco recognized for its rich brown coloration, lighter speckling, and strong fin structure. Peaceful and hardy, this pleco is a great choice for large aquariums and community setups, offering both visual appeal and effective algae-grazing ability.


🔎 Quick Facts – LDA082 Brown Portel Pleco

  • 📛 Common Name: Brown Portel Pleco
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Baryancistrus sp.
  • 🌍 Origin: South America (Brazil – Portel region)
  • 🎨 Appearance: Deep brown body with lighter mottling or speckled pattern; robust fins
  • 📏 Max Size: 8–10 inches (20–25 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: South American pleco for sale

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🤝 Peaceful, may be territorial with other bottom dwellers
  • 🌿 Grazes on algae, biofilm, and plant matter
  • 🪶 Best kept with similar-sized peaceful fish

🏠 Tank Requirements – Brown Portel Pleco Care

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 55+ gallons
  • 🪵 Provide driftwood, caves, and sturdy rock structures for shelter
  • 🪨 Smooth surfaces for grazing
  • 🌊 Moderate water flow with good aeration
  • 💡 Low to moderate lighting

💧 Water Parameters

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🍽️ Diet (Omnivorous with Herbivorous Preference)

  • 🌿 Algae wafers, biofilm, blanched vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, spinach)
  • 🍤 Occasional protein: bloodworms, shrimp, sinking carnivore pellets

🔍 Sexing

  • 👨 Males: May have more pronounced odontodes and slimmer body shape
  • 👩 Females: Fuller-bodied when mature

📋 Overview Table – LDA082 Brown Portel Pleco Care

Feature Details
🌍 Origin South America (Portel region, Brazil)
📏 Max Size 8–10 inches (20–25 cm)
😇 Temperament Peaceful, semi-territorial
🏠 Tank Size 55+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temp 76–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Algae, vegetables, occasional protein
🎯 Ideal For Large planted tanks, peaceful community aquariums

✨ Highlight:
The LDA082 Brown Portel Pleco is a beautifully patterned pleco from Brazil’s Portel region, ideal for aquarists seeking a hardy, attractive, and functional algae eater for larger aquariums.

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