Xingu Royal Pleco L027

Panaque ambrusteri

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The Royal Panaque is a well known fish that is hardy, peaceful and excellent at eating algae. It is important to note that it will outgrow most aquariums, growing to over 18”, regardless of tank size. In a large tank (150cm+) it can be an excellent tank mate for almost any other fish, including large barbs and cichlids. Its armour plating make it pretty much impervious to any hostility and their hardy constitution makes them suitable for most water parameters.

There are other, more suitable plecs for the smaller tank.

Adult Length:  45cm

Temperature Range 24-29°C

pH Range: 5.5-7.5

Special Requirements:  They grow large!

Tanks Mates:  They are a good community fish as they are peaceful..

Feeding:  They should be fed a variety of algae wafers, spirulina based flake and also vegetable matter like cucumber and lettuce.

Please note – Some images used are library photos and will show the colour potential at a fully mature size, as our fish are juvenilles they may vary.

We always aim to supply the fish as close to the purchase size as possible. However if this is not possible, we will always contact you to discuss.

The fish are selected at random however you are welcome to make a note on the order and the fish manager will do his best for you. This is dependent on current stock at the time of your order.