{"product_id":"slate-pleco-pseudancistrus-genisetiger","title":"Slate Pleco – Pseudancistrus genisetiger | Rare Wild Caught with Slate Coloration","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"673\"\u003eThe Slate Pleco (\u003cem data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"387\"\u003ePseudancistrus genisetiger\u003c\/em\u003e) is an exceptionally beautiful, rare wild-caught specimen from northern Brazil. Its deep grey to slate blue body color and contrasting, light spots give it a noble, understated appearance that fits perfectly into naturalistic aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003eTypical for \u003cem data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"719\"\u003ePseudancistrus genisetiger\u003c\/em\u003e are the distinctive, bristle-like barbels on the cheeks of adult males – an unmistakable characteristic of this genus. The \u003cem data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"860\"\u003eSlate Pleco\u003c\/em\u003e remains manageable with a final size of about 12–14 cm and exhibits calm, peaceful behavior, making it an ideal aquarium inhabitant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1402\"\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 M (5–6 cm)\u003cbr data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003e🌎 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil (Rio Trombetas, northern Amazon) – Wild-caught\u003cbr data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–30 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003epH value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eTotal hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 18 °dGH\u003cbr data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003e🐟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eSocial behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, slightly territorial towards conspecifics\u003cbr data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e🌾 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e From 120 l, with roots, stones, caves \u0026amp; moderate current\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1422\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003ePseudancistrus genisetiger\u003c\/em\u003e is an omnivore with a focus on protein-rich food. It eats frozen and live food such as Artemia, Mysis, Cyclops, and Krill, but also accepts protein tabs, granules, and plant-based foods like spirulina, algae wafers, and vegetable chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1938\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003eAn oxygen-rich aquarium with current, dark substrate, and sufficient hiding places particularly enhances its slate grey coloration. Regular water changes promote vitality and color contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"1956\"\u003eThe Slate Pleco (\u003cem data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003ePseudancistrus genisetiger\u003c\/em\u003e) is a rare, peaceful wild-caught specimen with elegant slate coloration – perfect for enthusiasts of unusual \u003cem data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003ePseudancistrus\u003c\/em\u003e species and naturalistic South American aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquariumAquaristik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53562750009677,"sku":null,"price":47.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5755\/7325\/files\/59069_717ffab028e9a835152e402f9de28eec.jpg?v=1773958404","url":"https:\/\/aquaexotica.de\/en\/products\/slate-pleco-pseudancistrus-genisetiger","provider":"AquaExotica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}