Thunder Line Royal Pleco (L027) (Panaque sp.)

Fish in the family Loricariidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePanaque sp.

FamilyLoricariidae

Also known asL027, Xingu Royal Pleco, Thunderline Royal, Panaque sp. L027

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive (some territorial)

DietHerbivore/wood-grazer (driftwood, vegetables, biofilm)

Adult size16 in

Minimum tank size150 gallons

Water parametersTemp 78-86°F, pH 6.0-7.4, GH 2-12 dGH

Appearance

Large grey royal pleco with bold broad dark lines and red eyes; the Xingu 'thunder line' L027 form.

Difficulty and care for the Thunder Line Royal Pleco (L027)

Moderate

Origin and habitat

South America (Rio Xingu / Tocantins, Brazil)

Keeper notes

Territorial toward other large plecos; best one per tank unless very large.

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