{"product_id":"l018-gold-nugget-pleco-baryancistrus-xanthellus","title":"L018 Gold Nugget Pleco – Baryancistrus xanthellus","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"749\"\u003eThe L018 Gold Nugget Pleco (\u003cem data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"429\"\u003eBaryancistrus xanthellus\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most well-known and sought-after armored catfishes. This magnificent wild-caught specimen from the Rio Xingu in Brazil impresses with its velvety black base color with intense golden-yellow spots and bright yellow fin edges – a true gem for any South American aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"774\"\u003eGold Nugget Pleco\u003c\/em\u003e remains medium-sized with a final size of about 20–25 cm and is a peaceful, calm aquarium inhabitant. It prefers oxygen-rich, warm water and a moderate current. Thanks to its striking appearance and peaceful character, it is one of the most popular L-catfishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eCharacteristics \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eFish size:\u003c\/strong\u003e M (6–8 cm)\u003cbr data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003e🌎 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil (Rio Xingu) – Wild-caught\u003cbr data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26–30 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003epH value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eTotal hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 18 °dGH\u003cbr data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003e🐟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003eSocial behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, calm, slightly territorial towards conspecifics\u003cbr data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003e🌾 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e From 250 l, with roots, stones, caves \u0026amp; strong current\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003eBaryancistrus xanthellus (L018)\u003c\/em\u003e is an omnivore with a preference for plants. It scrapes growth and algae from stones and roots and readily accepts spirulina, algae wafers, vegetable chips, zucchini, and cucumber. Additionally, it accepts frozen food such as Artemia or Mysis. Wood and roots should always be present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003eStrong filtration, good oxygen supply, and regular water changes are crucial for health and color intensity. The golden-yellow spots are particularly accentuated on a dark substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003eThe L018 Gold Nugget Pleco (\u003cem data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eBaryancistrus xanthellus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a peaceful, magnificently colored wild-caught fish – perfect for lovers of noble \u003cem data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003eBaryancistrus\u003c\/em\u003e species and large, natural South American aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaExotica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53562750370125,"sku":null,"price":47.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5755\/7325\/files\/35212_5ba4d1b57e6f60498453bb277440b4c6.jpg?v=1773958414","url":"https:\/\/aquaexotica.de\/en\/products\/l018-gold-nugget-pleco-baryancistrus-xanthellus","provider":"AquaExotica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}