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Glyptoperichthys joselimaianus
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(Redirected from Gold Spot Pleco)
| Gold Spot Pleco | |
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| L001,L022 | |
| Species | Glyptoperichthys joselimaianus |
| Family | Loricariidae |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 189.271 liters 189,270.589 mL 50 US Gallons (189.3L) |
| Size | 11.811 in
20-30 cm (7.9-11.8") |
| sg | Freshwater |
| pH | 6.5 - 7.5 |
| Temp. | 297.15 K 75.2 °F 534.87 °R 302.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
8-12 °d |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:1 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
5-15 years |
| Habitat | |
Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- Gold Spot Pleco, L001, L022
[edit] Synonyms
- Pterygoplichthys joselimaianus
[edit] Sexing
- Mature females will appear wider when viewed from above.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- A peaceful plec, will live with other peaceful or semi-aggressive fish. Do not keep with other plecs as they can be territorial when mature.
[edit] Diet
- Provide plenty of vegetable matter. Spirulina pellets, Algae wafers, peas, etc. Requires driftwood to chew on. Feed occasionally with frozen Bloodworm and catfish pellets such as Carnivore pellets or Shrimp pellets.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Feed once at night.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Appreciate bogwood in their environment and places to hide. A good filter is a must.
[edit] Behaviour
- Is moderately active during the day and more active at night. Peaceful to other fish. Terrorital to other plecos. Bottom feeder, but may eat off higher tank walls. Will outcompete other catfish to food.
[edit] Identification
- Dark brown body with large golden coloured spots.
