L128 Blue Phantom Pleco
The L128 Blue Phantom Pleco is a blue phantom pleco known for its blue-grey colour and pale spots. It needs a mature aquarium with substantial oxygenation and sheltered bottom areas.
 
Key Features
Scientific Name: Hemiancistrus sp. — L128
Armoured bottom-dwelling catfish
Enjoys shelters and caves
Needs deliberate feeding
Adult Size: Around 20cm
 
Care Requirements
Temperature: 26–29°C
pH: 6.0–7.5
Recommended Tank Size: 300L or larger
Diet: Varied sinking catfish foods with vegetable matter and suitable aquatic frozen foods
 
Temperament
Usually compatible with appropriately chosen fish, but may compete with other bottom dwellers for caves and food. Provide separate territories and monitor behaviour.
 
Notes
Use a mature aquarium with reliable filtration, high oxygen levels and regular partial water changes.
Provide multiple shelters, with extra space when keeping more than one fish.
Do not rely on algae or uneaten food as the complete diet.
Keep different L-number breeding strains separate to reduce hybridisation risk.