L141 GHOST PLECO (ANCISTRUS SP.)
 
Common Name: L141 Ghost Pleco
Scientific Name: Ancistrus sp. L141
Family: Loricariidae
Origin: South America
 
SPECIES OVERVIEW
The L141 Ghost Pleco is a striking bristlenose-type pleco known for its pale, ghost-like coloration and attractive patterning. It is a peaceful bottom-dwelling catfish that spends much of its time grazing on surfaces, exploring the aquarium and sheltering among driftwood and rocks.
Like other Ancistrus, the L141 Ghost Pleco is an excellent addition to a peaceful community aquarium and provides the added benefit of grazing on algae and biofilm.
 
CARE REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Aquarium Size: 80 Litres
Temperament: Peaceful
Water Level: Bottom Dweller
Diet: Omnivore / Herbivore
Activity: Mainly Active During Low Light
Social Behaviour: Generally Peaceful
 
WATER PARAMETERS
Temperature: 23–28°C
pH: 6.0–7.5
Hardness: Soft to Moderately Hard
Maintain stable water conditions with good filtration and regular water changes.
 
AQUARIUM SETUP
Provide plenty of driftwood, caves, rocks and other surfaces for grazing and shelter.
Driftwood is particularly beneficial and should be included as part of the aquarium setup. Provide multiple hiding places, especially if keeping more than one pleco.
A fine or smooth substrate is recommended, along with good oxygenation and moderate water movement.
 
DIET & FEEDING
L141 Ghost Plecos are primarily herbivorous but benefit from a varied diet.
Suitable foods include:
• Algae wafers
• Spirulina-based pellets
• Sinking vegetable foods
• Blanched zucchini
• Blanched cucumber
• Spinach
• Green beans
• High-quality sinking catfish pellets
Fresh vegetables should be removed before they begin to deteriorate and affect water quality.
 
TANKMATES
L141 Ghost Plecos are peaceful and can be kept with a wide variety of community fish.
Suitable tankmates include:
• Tetras
• Rasboras
• Gouramis
• Rainbowfish
• Corydoras
• Peaceful South American cichlids
• Other peaceful community fish
Avoid highly aggressive or territorial species that may harass the pleco.
 
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
L141 Ghost Plecos are peaceful, hardy and well suited to planted and community aquariums.
Providing driftwood, hiding places and a regular supply of vegetable-based foods will help maintain good health and encourage natural behaviour.
Although they are effective algae grazers, they should not be expected to survive on algae alone. Supplementary feeding is essential, particularly in aquariums with low natural algae growth.