{"product_id":"waben-schilderwels-pterygoplichthys-gibbiceps","title":"Honeycomb Pleco – Pterygoplichthys gibbiceps","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"685\"\u003eThe Pleco Catfish (\u003cem data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"440\"\u003ePterygoplichthys gibbiceps\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most well-known and impressive large catfish from South America. Its typical dark brown base color with light, honeycomb-shaped patterns and the large, sail-like dorsal fin make it a real eye-catcher in any aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"719\"\u003ePterygoplichthys gibbiceps\u003c\/em\u003e is a peaceful, robust catfish and at the same time an extremely effective algae eater. It keeps aquarium walls, roots, and stones clean without damaging plants. Especially in large, fast-flowing aquariums, this catfish displays its natural behavior and full splendor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003eCharacteristics \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003eFish size:\u003c\/strong\u003e M (5–6 cm, juvenile)\u003cbr data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003e🌎 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South America (Amazon, Brazil, Peru) – Wild-caught\/Bred\u003cbr data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–30 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003epH value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.8\u003cbr data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eTotal hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 20 °dGH\u003cbr data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003e🐟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003eSocial behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, territorial towards conspecifics as an adult\u003cbr data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003e🌾 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e From 300 l, with strong filtration, roots, stones \u0026amp; open substrate area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1701\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003ePleco Catfish\u003c\/em\u003e primarily feeds on plant matter, biofilm, and algae. Spirulina, algae wafers, vegetable chips, blanched cucumber, zucchini, or spinach are ideal. Supplementary frozen food (Artemia, Cyclops) can also be offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1703\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003eSince \u003cem data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003ePterygoplichthys gibbiceps\u003c\/em\u003e can grow up to 40 cm as an adult, the aquarium should be generously sized. Strong filtration, good oxygen supply, and regular water changes are crucial for healthy keeping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"2173\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003eThe Pleco Catfish (\u003cem data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003ePterygoplichthys gibbiceps\u003c\/em\u003e) is a peaceful, impressive large catfish and reliable algae eater – ideal for large, natural South American aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaExotica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53562751353165,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5755\/7325\/files\/2951_712853bba4c1a825a037d484c39e9e38.jpg?v=1773958441","url":"https:\/\/aquaexotica.de\/en\/products\/waben-schilderwels-pterygoplichthys-gibbiceps","provider":"AquaExotica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}