{"product_id":"ancistrus-paraguay-ancistrus-sp","title":"Ancistrus Paraguay – Ancistrus sp.","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"658\"\u003eThe Ancistrus Paraguay (\u003cem data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"404\"\u003eAncistrus sp. \"Paraguay\"\u003c\/em\u003e) is an attractive, rare wild-caught specimen from the clear flowing waters of the Río Paraguay basin in South America. With its high-contrast, dark brown body and fine spotted pattern, it is one of the most beautiful wild forms of the genus \u003cem data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"655\"\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eThis peaceful pleco is not only visually appealing but also extremely useful: the \u003cem data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"773\"\u003eAncistrus Paraguay\u003c\/em\u003e is an efficient algae eater that reliably keeps roots, stones, and aquarium panes clean without damaging plants. Due to its calm behavior, it is ideal for community aquariums with other peaceful species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003eCharacteristics \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003eFish size:\u003c\/strong\u003e S\/M (3–4 cm)\u003cbr data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003e🌎 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paraguay – Wild-caught\u003cbr data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23–28 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003epH value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003eTotal hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 15 °dGH\u003cbr data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e🐟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eSocial behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, calm, solitary or in pairs\u003cbr data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003e🌾 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e From 80 l, with roots, stones, plants \u0026amp; light current\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003eAncistrus Paraguay\u003c\/em\u003e feeds on plant matter, biofilm, and algae. In the aquarium, it accepts spirulina, algae wafers, vegetable chips, blanched cucumber, zucchini, and fine frozen food (cyclops, artemia). A varied, plant-rich diet is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1913\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003eA well-structured aquarium with dark substrate, roots, and sufficient hiding places offers perfect living conditions. Regular water changes and slightly flowing, oxygen-rich water promote health and activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003eThe Ancistrus Paraguay (\u003cem data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1981\"\u003eAncistrus sp. \"Paraguay\"\u003c\/em\u003e) is a rare, peaceful wild-caught specimen with beautiful markings and excellent algae-eating function – ideal for natural South American aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaExotica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53562751517005,"sku":null,"price":23.69,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5755\/7325\/files\/45971_0fdd6f8630fa710cb86032aa19a35d01.jpg?v=1773958446","url":"https:\/\/aquaexotica.de\/en\/products\/ancistrus-paraguay-ancistrus-sp","provider":"AquaExotica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}