L047 MANGO / MAGNUM PLECO

A vibrantly marked, medium growing pleco, the Mango or Magnum Pleco is found in the rocky, warm, and fast-flowing Rio Xingu in Brazil. Due to their unique wild habitat, these fish require somewhat specialized conditions to thrive in the aquarium and may not be the best choice for the average community tank. They will do best in warmer (80F ), well-oxygenated water with moderate to strong current, and can be shy if kept individually – keeping multiple fish together along with ample hiding places is best. Although they will eat vegetables and algae-based foods, they also readily accept frozen bloodworms and carnivore diets like Repashy insectivore gel diet.

Origin: Wild Brazil
Locale: Rio Xingu
Diet: Omnivore – mainly a grazer of algae and biofilm in the aquarium
Adult Size: 8″
Recommended Tank Size: 75 gal
Compatibility: Relatively peaceful

Preferred Water Parameters
pH:                          6.5 – 7.5
Temp:                     78-82F
Ammonia:              0ppm
Nitrite:                    0ppm
Nitrate:                  <30ppm