True Zebra Pleco

Care requirements

• Minimum tank 24 × 12 in (60 × 30 cm) or larger.
• Adult size 3.1 in (80 mm), excluding the tail
• Temperature 81–84°F (27–29°C)
• pH 6.5–7.5
• GH 4–12 dGH
• Ammonia and nitrite 0 ppm

Housing & compatibility

Provide individual shelters and enough floor space to reduce disputes. Check that the fish is feeding rather than assuming it is eating algae.

Diet

Use a protein-rich sinking catfish staple. Try Hikari Sinking Wafers if they take it and rotate in bite-sized Hikari Bio-Pure Frozen Blood Worms.

Reference photo by Birger A. Original photo · CC BY-SA 3.0