Leporacanthicus galaxias
Commonly known as the Galaxy Pleco, Tusken Pleco or Vampire Pleco.
Originates from the Rio Tocantins, in the Amazons.
Grows up to 10 inches.
Aqualog L007, L007a, L007B and L029 are all the same species, (juvenile and adult forms).
The Vampire Pleco is among the most beautiful plecostomus species. It is a very rare find, and we are happy to carry them in stock at three different sizes. The Vampire Pleco lives in fast moving currents, and so loves water movement in the aquarium. The Vampire pleco prefers darker rocks and bogwood is highly carnivorous (eating prawns, snails and shrimp). It will accept most meaty foods, and should also get occasional vegetable supplement.
Sexing Adult males have a much longer and broader head with small odontodes on the sides of head, more odontodes on pectoral fin spine and on the whole body, a bigger dorsal fin and normally a prettier coloration.
The Vampire Pleco can be kept in community tanks, as it is not aggressive, but is territorial (so enough hiding spaces for everyone is required).
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