Pleco Gold Nugget L081

Gold Nugget Plecos (L081) are striking freshwater plecos known for their velvety black bodies covered in bright golden-yellow spots and matching fin tips. Native to the Rio Xingu in Brazil, they require excellent water quality, moderate flow, and a diet rich in protein and fiber. Best kept in well-oxygenated aquariums with driftwood and rocky hiding spots.

• Temperature: 75–82°F

• pH: 6.5–7.8 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 5–15 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful, but may be territorial with other bottom dwellers

• Recommended Group Size: Best kept singly unless in a large tank

• Minimum Tank Size: 40 gallons

• Max Size: 7–8 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Pleco Formula, Hikari Algae Wafers, fresh blanched vegetables (zucchini, cucumber), and occasional protein-rich frozen foods like bloodworms or shrimp