Butterfly Plecostomus (L168) is one of the smaller species of pleco with a striking pattern. It has the unique ability to camouflage based on their surroundings. When placed on a light colored substrate, they will display a bright pattern. When placed on a dark colored substrate or low light environment, they will display a much darker pattern. In fact, when the butterfly pleco was first discovered in the wild, they were discovered at night when they were displaying a darker pattern. When the fish changed its color later on, the people that caught the fish were confused since it looked like a different fish.
Common Name(s) | Butterfly Pleco, Chameleon Pleco, L168 |
Scientific Name | Dekeyseria brachyuran, Ancistrus brachyurus, Peckoltia pulcher |
Origin | South America |
Temperature Range | 77-82°F |
Water Parameters | pH 5.6-7 |
Adult Size | 6 inches |
Diet | Primarily herbivorous |
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