{"product_id":"live-fish-algae-eater-star-light-pleco-l-183-model-2-inches-single","title":"Live Fish Algae Eater Star light Pleco L-183 Model (2 Inches) | Single","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Starlight Pleco L-183 (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAncistrus dolichopterus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a beautiful freshwater ornamental fish known for its dark body, striking white spots, and distinctive light-coloured edges on its dorsal and tail fins. This pair is an excellent choice for aquarists looking to add a unique and attractive bottom-dwelling fish to their freshwater aquarium. Starlight Plecos help graze on algae and biofilm growing on aquarium surfaces, making them a useful addition to a well-maintained aquarium. They prefer clean, well-oxygenated water, hiding places, and driftwood, along with a balanced diet to support healthy growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive Appearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dark body decorated with star-like white spots and contrasting fin edges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlgae Grazer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Feeds on algae and biofilm while requiring additional food for balanced nutrition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair Pack:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Includes two Starlight Plecos, each approximately 2 inches in size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottom-Dwelling Fish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spends much of its time grazing on aquarium surfaces and exploring hiding places.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful Nature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally peaceful with compatible freshwater fish, although territorial behaviour may occur between individuals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Accepts algae wafers, sinking pleco pellets, blanched vegetables, and other suitable foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Setup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Benefits from driftwood, caves, and sheltered areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Requires stable water parameters, good filtration, and regular aquarium maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain a temperature of approximately 24–28°C with clean, well-oxygenated freshwater. Provide suitable hiding places and driftwood, and feed a varied diet of algae wafers, sinking pellets, and vegetables. Acclimatise the fish gradually before introducing them to the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Adult Starlight Plecos can reach approximately 10–13 cm. Provide adequate aquarium space and multiple hiding places, as two individuals may become territorial as they mature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cloningaquapets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48414633001158,"sku":null,"price":2800.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6764\/3334\/files\/starlight_2.png?v=1792927372","url":"https:\/\/www.cloningaquapets.com\/ml\/products\/live-fish-algae-eater-star-light-pleco-l-183-model-2-inches-single","provider":"cloningaquapets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}