Baryancistrus xanthellus (L018) Baryancistrus xanthellus
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Baryancistrus xanthellus
Origin region
Brazil (Xingu)
Care level
Challenging
Level in tank
Bottom
Adult size (cm)
25.00
Minimum tank (L)
300
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore (wood/algae)
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
26.0–30.0
pH
6.40–7.50
GH (dGH)
2.0–12.0
KH (dKH)
1.0–6.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–0.00
Habitat & environment
Brazil (Xingu)
Feeding
Omnivore (wood/algae)
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful
Breeding & care
Cave spawner; advanced.
Notes
Gold nugget pleco; high oxygen.