Can ship airport to airport on request Hypancistrus sp. L236 is with around 12 cm body length a rather small pleco and is therefore easy to fit in most tanks. This unsubscribed species shows a white to yellow ground coloration with a black, grey or brown wormline pattern. Its pattern has a high variability and can show a transition from dots to worm-lines to stripes. This very popular pleco is found in a lot of tanks of pleco enthusiasts, liked for its bright white coloration. What a true L236 really is, is not possible to say. This has different reasons. One of it is, that it's not 100% sure where the first L236 really was caught. Available information, about it being from the Rio Iriri, proved to be a hoax. The second difficulty is, that there is a lot of so called worm line - Hypancistrus in the Rio Xingu / Rio Iriri area. Almost all Hypancistrus spp. there, show a high variability in coloration and pattern, which makes two individuals of the same batch look like two totally different species and the other way around. Key Features:Tank Mates: Ideal tank mates include small to medium-sized, peaceful fish. They do well with tetras, rasboras, and other small catfish. Avoid housing with large, aggressive species that may outcompete them for food or territory. Ideal For: Due to their specific care requirements and sensitivity to water quality, they are best suited for intermediate to advanced aquarists familiar with maintaining stable tank environments.L236 Plecos are generally peaceful and reclusive. They show little to no aggression towards other tank mates but can be territorial with their own kind. Providing ample hiding spaces can help minimize territorial disputes. Water Parameters: Temperature: 26-30°C (79-86°F) pH: 6.5-7.5 Hardness: 5-10 dGH Water flow: Moderate to high Feeding:Omnivores by nature, the L236 Pleco’s diet should consist of a balanced mix of high-quality sinking pellets, frozen or live foods such as bloodworms and brine shrimp, and vegetable matter. Occasional feedings of blanched vegetables like zucchini or cucumber can also promote optimal health.
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