Rubber Pleco (Parancistrus aurantiacus)
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Rubber Pleco
Rubber Pleco
Parancistrus aurantiacus
132 Litres (35 US G.)
17.8-22.1cm (7-8.7 ")
Freshwater
6.3 - 7.5
22 -27 °C (71.6-80.6°F)
10-18 °d
1:1 M:F
8-12 years
Family
Loricariidae
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Additional names
- Rubber Pleco, Chubby Pleco
Additional scientific names
- Hypostomus aurantiacus, Hypostomus nigricans, Hypostomus vicinus, Parancistrus nigricans, Parancistrus vicinus
Origin
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Sexing
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Tank compatibility
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Diet
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Feeding regime
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Environment Specifics
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Behaviour
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Identification
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External links
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