L528 Rio Paraguay Pleco
Red Royalty. Tank-Raised Elegance.
From the pristine waters of the Paraguay River basin comes a pleco that’s all class and no compromise. The L528 Rio Paraguay Pleco—sometimes called the Red Honeycomb Bristlenose—is a high-end Ancistrus variant with a burnt red base and dark honeycomb overlay. It’s compact, peaceful, and absolutely stunning in planted tanks.
👉 Add to cart. Add a cave. Add a splash of red to your legacy. 👉 L528: Because elegance doesn’t shout—it Chills!
L528 Rio Paraguay Pleco
🧪 Water Parameters
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Temp: 75–85°F
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pH: 6.0–8.0
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Hardness: Soft to moderate
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Flow: Moderate, well-filtered
🍽️ Diet
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Spirulina granules, veggie sticks, algae wafers
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Blanched zucchini, cucumber, green beans
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Occasional protein pellets for breeding pairs
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Color deepens with quality food and stable water
🏡 Tank Setup
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Min tank: 20–30 gallons
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Substrate: Sand or smooth gravel
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Décor: Driftwood, caves, botanicals
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Tankmates: Peaceful community fish
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Pro tip: Add leaf litter for natural behavior and color boost
🐣 Breeding Potential
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Cave spawner—classic Ancistrus behavior
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Males guard eggs and fry
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Fry hatch in ~6 days, free-swimming by day 10
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High-value offspring with proper setup
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