{"product_id":"l264-sultan-pleco-leporacanthicus-joselimai","title":"L264 Sultan Pleco (Leporacanthicus joselimai)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"864\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eFor the safety of our animals, we now ship live fish exclusively via UPS Next Day Air. If your order contains this item, you will only see UPS Next Day Air as a shipping option during checkout\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"864\"\u003eThe L264 Sultan Pleco is a stunningly regal species, easily recognized by its striking black-and-white contrast and graceful fin extensions. Native to the Rio Tapajós in Brazil, this Loricariid combines elegance and strength, earning its royal nickname among pleco enthusiasts. Its calm temperament and bold presence make it a prized centerpiece for well-aquascaped community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"869\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"910\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"908\"\u003eWhat We Love About This Fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"940\"\u003eDistinctive Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep charcoal body accented by bright white edges on the dorsal, caudal, and pectoral fins.\u003cbr data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eElegant Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Streamlined body and extended fins give it a truly “royal” appearance.\u003cbr data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1131\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003ePeaceful Personality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally calm and non-aggressive toward tank mates.\u003cbr data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eHardy and Adaptable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjusts well to stable aquarium conditions with moderate flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1310\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eNatural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003eThe Sultan Pleco originates from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003eRio Tapajós\u003c\/strong\u003e basin in Brazil, a clearwater river known for its sandy substrate, rocky structures, and moderate to strong water flow. In the wild, it seeks out shaded crevices among smooth stones and driftwood, where it grazes on meaty foods and biofilm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1639\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003eAquascaping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003ePlants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy and low-light plants such as Anubias, Java Fern, and Amazon Swords.\u003cbr data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003eHardscape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth river stones, driftwood, and shaded rockwork to provide hiding places.\u003cbr data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003eBotanicals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indian Almond Leaves and alder cones to condition water and encourage biofilm development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"1966\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003eDiet and Feeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2319\"\u003eThe L264 Sultan Pleco is primarily \u003cstrong data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003ecarnivorous\u003c\/strong\u003e. Offer a variety of sinking high-protein foods such as carnivore wafers, frozen bloodworms, blackworms, and Ultra Fresh Carnivore Sticks. Supplement occasionally with blanched vegetables or spirulina wafers to balance nutrition. Avoid overfeeding and maintain excellent water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2324\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003eTank Mates and Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2603\"\u003eThis species is peaceful and well-suited to community aquariums with similarly sized or smaller fish that are not overly territorial. Avoid housing with other large bottom dwellers or aggressive plecos to prevent competition for space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2608\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2641\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2614\" data-end=\"2639\"\u003eShrimp Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2846\"\u003eGenerally safe with adult shrimp, though small or newly hatched shrimp fry may be at risk due to the pleco’s meaty diet. Provide dense plant cover or mosses to protect smaller shrimp if housed together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"2848\" data-end=\"2851\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2853\" data-end=\"2872\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2870\"\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"3097\"\u003eIn the aquarium, breeding is rare but possible. The male guards the eggs in a tight cave or crevice until the fry are free-swimming. A strong current, warm temperature, and high oxygenation can encourage spawning behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"3099\" data-end=\"3102\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3142\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3108\" data-end=\"3140\"\u003eRecommended Tank Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3143\" data-end=\"3271\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3145\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 78° – 86° F (26° – 30° C)\u003cbr data-start=\"3187\" data-end=\"3190\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3192\" data-end=\"3199\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.4 – 7.4\u003cbr data-start=\"3209\" data-end=\"3212\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3214\" data-end=\"3221\"\u003eKH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 – 8 dKH\u003cbr data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3234\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3236\" data-end=\"3258\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 gallons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"3273\" data-end=\"3276\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3278\" data-end=\"3304\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3282\" data-end=\"3302\"\u003eCare Guidelines:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3305\" data-end=\"3643\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3307\" data-end=\"3316\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivorous; feed sinking meaty foods and supplements of plant matter.\u003cbr data-start=\"3387\" data-end=\"3390\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3392\" data-end=\"3412\"\u003eSocial Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful but territorial with other bottom dwellers.\u003cbr data-start=\"3465\" data-end=\"3468\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3470\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild-collected from the Rio Tapajós, Brazil.\u003cbr data-start=\"3526\" data-end=\"3529\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3531\" data-end=\"3554\"\u003eAverage Adult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5 – 6 inches (14 – 15 cm)\u003cbr data-start=\"3582\" data-end=\"3585\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3587\" data-end=\"3613\"\u003eAverage Purchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5 – 3.5 inches (6 – 9 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"3645\" data-end=\"3648\"\u0026gt;\n\u003cp data-start=\"3650\" data-end=\"3885\"\u003eA true showpiece of the South American rivers, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3701\" data-end=\"3722\"\u003eL264 Sultan Pleco\u003c\/strong\u003e embodies elegance and strength. 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