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Medians Pleco - (Hemiancistrus medians)

Medians Pleco - (Hemiancistrus medians)

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Medians Pleco - (Hemiancistrus medians)
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🐟 Medians Pleco – (Hemiancistrus medians) – Striking South American Pleco for Sale

The Medians Pleco (Hemiancistrus medians) is a beautiful South American pleco known for its unique dark body contrasted with intricate light spotting and subtle striping. This species is admired by pleco enthusiasts for its distinctive markings, peaceful temperament, and adaptability to well-maintained aquariums. With its moderate size and stunning appearance, the Medians Pleco makes an excellent addition to community tanks or specialized pleco setups.


🔎 Quick Facts – Medians Pleco

  • 📛 Common Name: Medians Pleco
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Hemiancistrus medians
  • 🌍 Origin: South America
  • 🎨 Appearance: Dark base color with lighter spots and faint striping along the body and fins
  • 📏 Max Size: ~6–7 inches (15–18 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: South American pleco for sale

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🤝 Peaceful and compatible with most community fish
  • 🌙 Primarily nocturnal but will come out during feeding times
  • 🪵 Enjoys grazing on algae, biofilm, and prepared foods

🏠 Tank Requirements

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 40+ gallons
  • 🪵 Provide driftwood, rocks, and caves for hiding
  • 🌊 Moderate water flow with high oxygenation
  • 💡 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 (Omnivorous)

  • 🌿 Algae wafers, fresh vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, spinach)
  • 🍤 Occasional protein sources like bloodworms, shrimp, and sinking carnivore pellets

📋 Overview Table – Medians Pleco Care

Feature Details
🌍 Origin South America
📏 Max Size 6–7 inches
😇 Temperament Peaceful
🏠 Tank Size 40+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temp 75–82°F
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous
🎯 Ideal For Pleco enthusiasts, planted community tanks

✨ Highlight:
The Medians Pleco combines beauty, manageable size, and peaceful behavior, making it a great choice for aquarists seeking a visually appealing pleco that thrives in well-maintained community aquariums.

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