Our Guide To Keeping L081 Gold Nugget Pleco

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Baryancistrus xanthellus
   • Common name: Gold Nugget Pleco
   • Family: Loricariidae
   • Origin: Amazon River Basin in South America
   • Adult length: Up to 14 cm
   • Lifespan: 10 to 15 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Gold Nugget Plecos require a tank with plenty of hiding places such as caves, driftwood, and rocks.
   • Provide a substrate of sand or fine gravel to mimic their natural environment.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Keep the water temperature between 24 to 28°C (75 to 82°F).
   • They prefer slightly acidic to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 6.5 to 7.5.

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • Use a filter that provides gentle to moderate flow, ensuring good water quality.

5. Diet:

   • Gold Nugget Plecos are omnivores and require a varied diet.
   • Offer them a combination of high-quality sinking pellets, algae wafers, and blanched vegetables like zucchini and cucumber.

6. Tank mates:

   • They are generally peaceful but may become territorial towards other bottom-dwelling fish.
   • Compatible tank mates include peaceful community fish that inhabit different areas of the tank.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Gold Nugget Plecos are nocturnal and prefer to hide during the day, becoming more active at night.
   • They are generally peaceful but may exhibit territorial behavior, especially towards conspecifics.