L047 Mango Pleco

L047 MANGO PLECO

Baryancistrus chrysolomus

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📍 BASIC INFO

Origin: South America – Xingu River Basin, Brazil

Adult Size: 8″–10″+

Temperament: Peaceful / Territorial with Other Plecos

Care Level: ⭐ Moderate to Advanced

Tank Level: Bottom

🍽 DIET

Omnivore / Aufwuchs Grazer

Accepts: Algae wafers, spirulina-based sinking foods, Repashy gel foods, blanched zucchini, green beans, quality pellets, and occasional shrimp or other protein-rich foods

✔ COMPATIBILITY

Generally peaceful toward medium to large community fish but territorial with other plecos and bottom dwellers. Keep singly unless the aquarium is spacious with multiple caves and clearly separated territories.

💧 WATER PARAMETERS

pH: 6.0–7.5

Temperature: 79–86°F

Ammonia: 0 ppm

Nitrite: 0 ppm

Nitrate: <30 ppm

⭐ HIGHLIGHT

Also known as the Magnum Pleco, this impressive Xingu species features an olive-green to dark body with bold yellow-orange edging along its dorsal and tail fins.

📝 CARE NOTES

Requires warm, highly oxygenated water with strong filtration and noticeable current. Provide smooth rocks, driftwood, caves, and surfaces where natural biofilm can develop. Offer a vegetable-rich diet with limited protein, and do not expect it to survive on aquarium algae alone. Regular partial water changes are essential.

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