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        • Floss
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      • Substrate for Planted Tanks
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      • Goldfish
      • Freshwater Shrimp
      • Angel Fish
      • Discus Fish
      • Oscar Fish
      • Cory Catfish
      • Cichlids
      • Rainbowfish
      • Freshwater Snails
      • Freshwater Turtles
      • Plecos
      • Pet Eels
      • Pet Sharks
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Plecos

In this category, you’ll find a collection of resources that focus on taking care of and solving problems with pet plecostomus specifically.

Learn about the distinct traits of plecos and how to make their aquarium setting work for them.

This is a sub-category of the main category about freshwater aquariums.

Alenquer Tiger Pleco (Panaqolus L397): A Vibrant Striped Gem for Your Aquarium

Welcome the astounding beauty of the striped Alenquer Tiger Pleco into your home aquarium with the helpful care tips in this guide!

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King Tiger Pleco (Hypancistrus sp. L333): The Royal Striped Star of Freshwater Tanks 

Learn every detail about the King Tiger Pleco, an unlikely showstopping centerpiece freshwater Pleco for your aquascaped tank. Including care tips for low maintenance and breeding more of these royal beauties. 

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Blue Panaque Pleco (Baryancistrus beggini): The Sapphire Jewel of Freshwater Aquariums 

The easiest actionable tips for maintaining and breeding the rare Blue Panaque, a small Pleco. Including dietary and compatibility insights for community tanks. 

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Brown Dot Pleco (L006) – Peckoltia oligospila: The Subtle Star of Freshwater Tanks

Dive deeper into the mesmerizing world of the stunning Brown Dot Pleco (Peckoltia oligospila) and learn how to look after them like a pro in this guide. 

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L134 Leopard Frog Pleco (Peckoltia compta): The Vibrant Striped Treasure of Freshwater Aquariums 

Reasons why the Leopard Frog Pleco is the ideal centerpiece for your home aquarium. Including maintenance, tank setup, health care, and breeding tips for all levels of aquarists to preserve its striking yellow-black scales. 

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Zebra Pleco (Hypancistrus zebra): The Monochrome Marvel of Freshwater Aquariums 

An in-depth look at the best care practices for preserving Zebra Pleco. Including maintenance tips for breeding in captivity and community tank setup. 

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Spotted Tail Clown Pleco (Panaqolus sp. L206): Nature’s Striped Marvel for Small Aquariums

All the reasons why the vibrant Clown Pleco striped catfish is perfect for small aquariums and beginner hobbyists. In this article we will provide feeding, health care, breeding tips and everything in-between about the Clown Pleco (Panaqolus sp. L206). 

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Queen Arabesque L260 Pleco: The Mesmerizing Patterned Pleco for Advanced Aquarists

Discover the fascinating Queen Arabesque Pleco and learn how to take care of them the right way with the tips and tricks in this eye-opening guide!

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Angelicus Pleco (Hypancistrus sp. L136): The Starry Night Pleco for Freshwater Tanks 

Get lost in the celestial patterned appearance of Hypancistrus sp. L136, learn actionable maintenance tips for its overall health. This is a complete guide for beginners and pros. 

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Gold Spot Dwarf Pleco (parotocinclus spilosoma): A Tiny Treasure for Planted Tanks

Introducing the Gold Spot Dwarf Pleco, this article will teach you how to master the art of carefully looking after them using comprehensive health care, tank setup, and breeding tips!

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