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LDA106 Golden Royal Pleco - (Panaque sp.)
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🐟 LDA106 Golden Royal Pleco – (Panaque sp.) – South American Pleco for Sale

The LDA106 Golden Royal Pleco (Panaque sp.) is a striking South American pleco known for its bold golden-yellow bands contrasting against a deep brown to black body. Highly sought after by pleco enthusiasts, this species is not only visually impressive but also a natural wood grazer, helping to keep aquariums clean while showcasing its regal coloration.


🔎 Quick Facts – LDA106 Golden Royal Pleco

  • 📛 Common Name: Golden Royal Pleco
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Panaque sp.
  • 🌍 Origin: South America – Amazon Basin
  • 🎨 Appearance: Dark body with vivid golden stripes; powerful, armored build
  • 📏 Max Size: 10–12 inches (25–30 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: South American pleco for sale

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🤝 Generally peaceful, but may be territorial with other plecos of similar shape or size
  • 🌿 Active during the day and at dusk, often seen grazing on wood and algae
  • 🪶 Hardy and adaptable to well-maintained aquariums

🏠 Tank Requirements – Golden Royal Pleco Care

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 75+ gallons
  • 🪵 Provide plenty of driftwood for grazing (essential for digestion)
  • 🪨 Add caves and shaded hiding spots for security
  • 🌊 Moderate water flow with strong filtration
  • 💡 Low to moderate lighting to mimic natural habitat

💧 Water Parameters

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

🍽️ Diet (Herbivorous with occasional protein)

  • 🌿 Primarily feeds on wood, algae wafers, and blanched vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, spinach)
  • 🍤 Occasional supplemental protein such as shrimp pellets or bloodworms

🔍 Sexing

  • 👨 Males: May show more pronounced odontodes and slightly slimmer body shape
  • 👩 Females: Fuller-bodied, especially when mature

📋 Overview Table – LDA106 Golden Royal Pleco Care

Feature Details
🌍 Origin South America – Amazon Basin
📏 Max Size 10–12 inches (25–30 cm)
😇 Temperament Peaceful, mildly territorial
🏠 Tank Size 75+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temp 75–82°F (24–28°C)
🍽️ Diet Herbivorous – wood, algae, vegetables
🎯 Ideal For Large community tanks, Amazon biotope setups

✨ Highlight:
The LDA106 Golden Royal Pleco is a majestic, wood-grazing South American pleco that combines striking golden striping with valuable tank-cleaning behavior, making it a centerpiece in well-planned aquariums.

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