Golden Vampire Pleco 3 inch (Leporacanthicus heterodon)

Golden Vampire Pleco (Leporacanthicus heterodon)
Origin: Wild Brazil


Locale:  Middle Rio Xingu near Altamira


Diet: Biofilm, insect larvae, crustaceans. In the aquarium will accept most sinking, protein rich foods


Adult Size: 6″


Recommended Tank Size: 50 gallons


Compatibility: Generally peaceful, but can be territorial toward other plecos
Preferred Water Parameters


pH:                          6.0 – 7.4


Temp:                     79 – 86F


Ammonia:              0ppm


Nitrite:                    0ppm


Nitrate:                  <30ppm