L014 Sunshine Pleco
The L014 Sunshine Pleco is a sunshine pleco known for its gold-toned markings and substantial adult size. A spacious, well-oxygenated aquarium is essential.
 
Key Features
Scientific Name: Scobinancistrus aureatus
Armoured bottom-dwelling catfish
Enjoys shelters and caves
Needs deliberate feeding
Adult Size: Around 30cm
 
Care Requirements
Temperature: 25–29°C
pH: 6.0–7.2
Recommended Tank Size: 500L or larger
Diet: Protein-rich sinking foods and suitable aquatic frozen foods, with vegetable matter as a supplement
 
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.