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L-129 Colombian Zebra Pleco

Hypancistrus debilittera

L-129 Colombian Zebra Pleco (Hypancistrus debilittera) aquarium profile: minimum 30 gallon tank, 3.5 inch adult size, 75-82°F temperature range, and moderate care. Can usually be planned as a single specimen or small group depending on temperament.

FlashyModerate care
L-129 Colombian Zebra Pleco aquarium fish
30 galMinimum tank
3.5 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
75-82°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
6.4-7.6
GH
4-12 dGH
KH
2-10 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Peaceful
Fin nipping
0/5
Territory
2/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore/carnivore
Diet difficulty
3/5
Care difficulty
3/5

Planning Notes

Moderate care needs; may require mature grazing surfaces or supplemental fresh/frozen foods.

This species may need live, frozen, fresh, or otherwise specialized foods.

live or fresh food
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