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<b>Common Names:</b> Rio de Para Pleco (L-75), Para Pleco
<br><b>Scientific Name:</b> <i>Hypostomus sp.</i>
<br><b>Family:</b> Loricariidae
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<br><b>Alkalinity:</b> 6.0-7.5 pH
<br><b>Temp:</b> 72-82°F
<br><b>Hardness:</b> 4-8 KH
<br><b>Life Span:</b> 10-15 years
<br><b>Maximum Size:</b> 9 inches
<br><b>Preferred Tank Size:</b> 70g
<br><b>Diet:</b> Omnivore
<br><b>Breeding:</b> Egg layer
<br><b>Temerament:</b> Peaceful
<br><b>Compatible:</b> African Cichlids, Angelfish, Barbs, Bettas, Cory Cats, Danios, Fancy Goldfish, Gouramis, Guppies, Hatchets, Killifish, Loaches, Mollies, Platies, Rainbowfish, Rasboras, Sharks, Suckermouth Catfish, Swordtails, Tetras
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<br><b>Habitat:</b> Planted aquariums with hearty, fast-growing plants, high aeration, and water movement make for a healthy environment. Rocks and driftwood help to accent a natural habitat and provide hiding spaces to reduce stress.
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<br><b>In The Wild:</b> Brazil
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