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LDA116 Gold Nugget Pleco - (Baryancistrus xanthellus)

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LDA116 Gold Nugget Pleco - (Baryancistrus xanthellus)
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🐟 LDA116 Gold Nugget Pleco – (Baryancistrus xanthellus) – South American Pleco for Sale

The LDA116 Gold Nugget Pleco (Baryancistrus xanthellus) is a stunning South American pleco known for its deep black body adorned with vivid golden-yellow spots and striking yellow fin edges. Native to the clear, fast-moving waters of the Rio Xingu in Brazil, this pleco is highly sought after for its vibrant colors and ability to add visual brilliance to aquariums. It thrives in well-aerated tanks with plenty of hiding spots and stable, clean water conditions.


🔎 Quick Facts – LDA116 Gold Nugget Pleco

  • 📛 Common Name: Gold Nugget Pleco
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Baryancistrus xanthellus
  • 🌍 Origin: Rio Xingu, Brazil – South America
  • 🎨 Appearance: Black body with bright golden spots and yellow-edged fins
  • 📏 Max Size: 7–9 inches (18–23 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: Gold Nugget pleco for sale – South American species

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🤝 Peaceful but may be territorial with other plecos
  • 🌿 Primarily algae grazers, with a preference for driftwood grazing and plant matter
  • 🪶 Best kept with peaceful tankmates of similar size

🏠 Tank Requirements – LDA116 Gold Nugget Pleco Care

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 50+ gallons
  • 🪵 Provide driftwood, caves, and rocky hiding spots
  • 🌊 Strong water flow and high oxygenation recommended
  • 💡 Moderate lighting to enhance coloration

💧 Water Parameters

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 77–84°F (25–29°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.4–7.4
  • 💧 Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🍽️ Diet (Omnivorous with herbivorous preference)

  • 🌿 Algae wafers, spirulina-based foods, blanched vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, peas)
  • 🍤 Occasional protein: shrimp, bloodworms, sinking carnivore pellets

🔍 Sexing

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

📋 Overview Table – LDA116 Gold Nugget Pleco Care

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Rio Xingu, Brazil – South America
📏 Max Size 7–9 inches (18–23 cm)
😇 Temperament Peaceful, semi-territorial with other plecos
🏠 Tank Size 50+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.4–7.4
🌡️ Temp 77–84°F (25–29°C)
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous – algae, vegetables, protein
🎯 Ideal For Planted aquariums, South American river biotopes

✨ Highlight:
The LDA116 Gold Nugget Pleco is a vibrant, eye-catching aquarium fish that combines beauty with functionality, helping control algae while enhancing your tank’s aesthetic appeal.

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