{"product_id":"blue-phantom-pleco-l128","title":"Blue Phantom Pleco (L128)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"170\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"47\"\u003eBlue Phantom Pleco (Hemiancistrus sp. L128)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"50\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"168\"\u003eA breathtaking pleco with deep blue hues and gentle temperament, perfect for planted or peaceful community aquariums\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"737\"\u003eThe Blue Phantom Pleco, also known as L128, is a stunning South American pleco prized for its rich dark blue to teal body speckled with lighter blue or white spots. Native to the Orinoco River, this peaceful bottom-dweller prefers aquariums with smooth driftwood, rocks, and plenty of hiding spaces. While relatively hardy, it appreciates clean, well-oxygenated water and a mixed diet of algae wafers, fresh vegetables, and occasional protein. Ideal for adding color and personality to medium-to-large aquariums without the aggression of some other pleco species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"756\"\u003eNeed to Know:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"780\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful community and planted aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"861\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"848\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 litres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"896\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"896\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"886\"\u003eTemperature Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–30°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"922\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"922\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"912\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"953\"\u003eRecommended School Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best kept singly or with non-competing bottom dwellers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful; avoid aggressive plecos or fin-nipping tankmates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–20 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a-ADh8U5W-s?si=GtxBkh2FCkPPhD1m\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll fish are usually shipped on Monday or Tuesday mornings via an overnight courier. We use NZ Couriers for all livestock shipping, we find they handle your fish with the best possible care and have quick overnight delivery nationwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requests:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any requests for gender\/colour etc we will do our best to accommodate them. Please note we can not always accommodate every request due to high stock turnover and what is available at the time. We move all fish sold online into separate holding tanks while they wait to be shipped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRural Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood news! If you are a rural customer, we can still ship fish to you. Your order will be shipped to your nearest NZ Couriers Depot or Collect\/Send Point and you will be phoned once it arrives. 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