Colombian Snowball Pleco
L201: Hypancistrus sp.

Basic Information
Maximum Size: 4-5"

Recommended Aquarium Size: 29-G Minimum

pH: 6.0 - 7.5

Hardness: 4-12°

Temperature: 78 - 85 °

Temperment: Unaggressive; males may spar

Colombian Snowball Pleco
 

Known as the Colombian Snowball Pleco, the Orinoco Angel Pleco, the Golden Inspector Pleco, and a half dozen other names, this beautiful, small pleco is a great addition to a warm water aquarium. They will do quite well in a discus or Apistogramma tank.
A fairly peaceful species, males may bicker, particularly if insufficient caves and other hidey spots are not given. These fish are predominantly carnivores, and care should be taken to ensure that they are getting adequate food. They cannot subside on algae.