{"product_id":"l264-sultan-pleco-leporacanthicus-joselimai","title":"L264 Sultan Pleco – Leporacanthicus joselimai","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"741\"\u003eThe L264 Sultan Pleco (\u003cem data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"406\"\u003eLeporacanthicus joselimai\u003c\/em\u003e) is a magnificent L-catfish with striking contrasting patterns from the Rio Tapajós in Brazil. With its deep black base color and elegantly glowing white spots, it is reminiscent of the L240, but remains significantly smaller and more compact – a true \"king\" among the Hypostominae, living up to its name \"Sultan Pleco.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"753\"\u003eL264\u003c\/em\u003e is a peaceful, predominantly crepuscular L-catfish that enjoys resting in caves or under roots. It has a strong body shape and does not grow too large, reaching a final size of around 15 cm – ideal for structured, high-flow South American aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003eCharacteristics \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1040\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003eFish size:\u003c\/strong\u003e S (3–5 cm, juvenile)\u003cbr data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003e🌎 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil (Rio Tapajós) – Wild-caught\/Bred\u003cbr data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26–30 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003epH value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003eTotal hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 15 °dGH\u003cbr data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003e🐟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003eSocial behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, slightly territorial towards conspecifics\u003cbr data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003e🌾 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e From 200 l, with roots, stones, caves \u0026amp; strong current\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003eLeporacanthicus joselimai (L264)\u003c\/em\u003e is a predominantly carnivorous L-catfish. It eats frozen and live food such as Artemia, krill, mussel meat, and Mysis, but also accepts protein tabs and high-quality granular food. A balanced, protein-rich diet promotes growth, vitality, and intense spotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eGood oxygen supply, regular water changes, and a well-structured tank with current are crucial for health and vibrant colors. On dark substrate, the white spots of the \u003cem data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003eL264\u003c\/em\u003e glow particularly intensely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2241\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003eThe L264 Sultan Pleco (\u003cem data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003eLeporacanthicus joselimai\u003c\/em\u003e) is a noble, high-contrast L-catfish with a regal appearance – ideal for lovers of elegant \u003cem data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003eLeporacanthicus\u003c\/em\u003e species and stylishly furnished South American aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaExotica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53562750665037,"sku":null,"price":59.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5755\/7325\/files\/4857_c15c474a0eb411b17d8452e7d8715150.jpg?v=1773958421","url":"https:\/\/aquaexotica.de\/en\/products\/l264-sultan-pleco-leporacanthicus-joselimai","provider":"AquaExotica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}