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Vampire Pleco
Leporacanthicus galaxias
Intermediate Semi-Aggressive fish freshwater
About
Carnivorous pleco with fang-like teeth used to catch invertebrates and snails; territorial with bottom dwellers.
Water Parameters
Temperature
72 - 80 °F
Ideal: 76 - 80 °F
pH
5.6 - 7
GH (Hardness)
6 - 16 dGH
Quick Facts
Max Size
10"
Min Tank Size
50 gallons
Diet
carnivore
Swimming Zone
bottom
Bioload
medium
Category
pleco