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Zebra Pleco

Zebra Pleco

Hypancistrus zebra

Advanced Peaceful fish freshwater

About

Highly sought-after and endangered pleco with stunning black and white stripes; prefers meaty foods.

Water Parameters

Temperature

79 - 86 °F

Ideal: 82 - 86 °F

pH

6 - 7.5

GH (Hardness)

2 - 15 dGH

Quick Facts

Max Size

3.5"

Min Tank Size

20 gallons

Diet

omnivore

Swimming Zone

bottom

Bioload

low

Category

pleco