Gold Nugget Pleco





General

  • Geographic Origin:
    • Brazil
    • Venezuela
  • Latin Name: Baryancistrus xanthellus, loricariid baryancistrus xanthellus
  • Other Names & Variants:
    • Pleco
    • L018
    • Gold Spot pleco
    • L-18

Characteristics

  • Colors: Black , Green , Yellow
  • Lifespan: 4.5 - 7.3 years
  • Average Size: 8.17 inches
  • Temperament: Territorial
  • Breeding Style: Eggs
  • Substrate Preference: Sand
  • Swim Zone: Bottom

Foods

The following foods are recommended for Gold Nugget Pleco.

  • Algae
  • Blanched Vegetables
  • Bloodworms (freeze-dried)
  • Bloodworms (live)
  • Brine Shrimp (freeze-dried)
  • Brine Shrimp (live)
  • Flakes
  • Pellets
  • Tubifex Worms

Water Parameters

Parameters below are based on research and fish keeping experience. Note that fish bred in captivity can adjust to different water parameters over time. Local selection may differ.

  • Water Flow Preference: Fast
  • pH: ph_more_info 6.5 - 7.5
  • Temperature: 74.33°F - 80.67°F

Tank Mates

Below are recommended tank mates based on characteristics, behavior and water parameters.

The Gold Nugget Pleco is best kept in groups of 2.


References and Additional Information