L393 Cheese Creek Pleco
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L393 Cheese Creek Pleco (Ancistrus sp)
Elegance from the Madre de Dios River
The L393 isn’t just another bristlenose—it’s a genetic heirloom from Peru’s protected Cheese Creek watershed. With its subtle marbling, compact size, and wild-caught lineage, this pleco is a statement piece for aquascapers who value authenticity and ecological provenance.
All Babies At this time are F1
💎 Why It’s Worth Every Penny
🌍 True locality strain—not a farmed knockoff
🧬 Wild genetics = stronger immune system, richer coloration
🐚 Rare Ancistrus variant with soft bristles and earthy tones
🏡 Perfect for high-end planted tanks—won’t bulldoze your scape
🧠 Smart buy for breeders—proven spawners with 70–90 egg clutches
Species Care
🧪 Water Parameters
- Temp: 68–78°F
- pH: 6.8–7.6
- Flow: Moderate to strong
- Bonus: Thrives in stable, well-oxygenated setups
🍽️ Diet
- Spirulina pellets, veggie flakes
- Blanched zucchini, green beans
- Sinking protein pellets for breeding pairs
- Loves grazing on driftwood and botanicals
🏡 Tank Setup
- Min tank: 30 gallons
- Substrate: Sand or fine gravel
- Décor: Driftwood, leaf litter, ceramic caves
- Tankmates: Peaceful, mid-sized community fish
- Pro tip: Males get territorial—give them real estate
🐣 Breeding
- Cave spawner—classic Ancistrus behavior
- Males fan and guard eggs
- Fry hatch in ~6 days, free-swimming by day 10
- High-value offspring with proper diet and space
🎯 Who’s It For?
- Collectors who want genetics
- Breeders looking for rare, proven spawners
- Aquascapers who value subtle beauty over flashy hype