{"product_id":"l090-papa-pleco-panaque-bathyphilus","title":"L090 Papa Pleco – Panaque bathyphilus | Rare Wild Caught \u0026 Impressive Wood Eater","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"790\"\u003eThe L090 Papa Pleco (\u003cem data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"401\"\u003ePanaque bathyphilus\u003c\/em\u003e) is an impressive, rare wild-caught specimen from the upper Amazon region in Peru. With its massive body shape, powerful fins, and typical dark base color, it is one of the most striking \u003cem data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"619\"\u003ePanaque\u003c\/em\u003e species of all. Characteristic of this species are the broad, horizontally running stripes and the robust, regal growth – hence the name \"Papa Pleco.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"802\"\u003eL090\u003c\/em\u003e is a peaceful yet assertive wood-eater that thrives particularly well in large, well-structured aquariums. With a possible adult size of up to 35 cm, it is ideal for experienced aquarists with sufficient space and strong filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003eCharacteristics \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003eFish size:\u003c\/strong\u003e M (6–8 cm)\u003cbr data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003e🌎 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peru (upper Amazon region) – wild-caught\u003cbr data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–30 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1235\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003epH value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003eTotal hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 20 °dGH\u003cbr data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003e🐟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003eSocial behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, calm, can form territories\u003cbr data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003e🌾 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e From 400 l, with strong current, strong filtration, roots \u0026amp; stones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003ePanaque bathyphilus (L090)\u003c\/em\u003e is a typical wood-eater (\u003cem data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003exylophagous\u003c\/em\u003e). It constantly needs soft driftwood to rasp on, which serves as both food and a source of fiber. Additionally, it eats plant-based food such as spirulina, algae wafers, vegetable chips, zucchini, cucumber, and spinach. Occasionally, it will also accept some frozen food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1822\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003eFor the \u003cem data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003ePapa Pleco\u003c\/em\u003e, excellent water quality, strong flow, and oxygen-rich water are essential. Its patterns and strong colors truly stand out on a dark substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2279\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2056\"\u003eThe L090 Papa Pleco (\u003cem data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003ePanaque bathyphilus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a majestic, peaceful wild-caught specimen with an impressive body shape – perfect for large, natural South American aquariums and experienced enthusiasts of large \u003cem data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003ePanaque\u003c\/em\u003e species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquariumAquaristik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53562750402893,"sku":null,"price":47.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5755\/7325\/files\/47124_2442954d79d373bd9edbf9cd5472a192.jpg?v=1773958415","url":"https:\/\/aquaexotica.de\/en\/products\/l090-papa-pleco-panaque-bathyphilus","provider":"AquaExotica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}