Galaxy Pleco (L029) (Leporacanthicus galaxias)

Fish in the family Loricariidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameLeporacanthicus galaxias

FamilyLoricariidae

Also known asL029, Vampire Pleco (galaxy form), Tusken Pleco

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive (some territorial)

DietCarnivore (meaty foods, snails, shrimp, sinking carnivore pellets)

Adult size10 in

Minimum tank size90 gallons

Water parametersTemp 77-85°F, pH 6.2-7.5, GH 2-12 dGH

Appearance

Black body covered in fine white-cream spots; has enlarged 'fang' teeth used to extract snails and prey.

Difficulty and care for the Galaxy Pleco (L029)

Moderate

Origin and habitat

South America (Rio Tocantins, Brazil)

Keeper notes

Territorial over caves; predatory toward small invertebrates.

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