Orange Spot Pleco - Panaque albomaculatus
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Orange Spot Pleco - Panaque albomaculatus

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Panaque albomaculatus
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Species Name: Panaque albomaculatus

Common Names: Orange Spot Pleco

Synonyms: Panaqolus albomaculatus

Family: Loricariidae

Order: Siluriformes

Class: Actinopterygii

Max Size: 13 cm / 5 inches

Environment: Fresh Water

Origin: Found in the countries of Ecuador and Peru, which are in the continent of South America.

Temperament: The Orange Spot Pleco is generally a peaceful fish; though they will become territorial towards other Loricariids if not given enough space.

Company: They can be kept with a variety of fish including tetras, barbs, goramies, rainbows, loaches, other Plecos, and more.

Water Parameters: pH 6.5, temperature 25-32 ° C / 78-90 ° F

Aquarium Setup: An aquarium for this fish should have plenty of bogwood, good filtration and be well Oxygenated.

Feeding: The Orange Spot Pleco prefer sinking pellets, live foods, and vegetables. Driftwood should be available, and will be eaten, but it’s not necessary.

Breeding: Breeding is unreported in the home aquaria.