{"title":"Fancy Pleco","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"pleco-l200-green-phantom","title":"PLECO-L200 (GREEN PHANTOM)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen Phantom Pleco (L200) – 5-6”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHemiancistrus subviridis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Green Phantom Pleco is a highly sought-after freshwater catfish known for its vibrant olive-green body accented with bright yellow to orange edging on the dorsal and tail fins. Native to the fast-flowing rivers of Venezuela, this stunning pleco is prized for both its striking appearance and its peaceful temperament.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many larger pleco species, the Green Phantom remains a manageable size and is an excellent addition to medium and large community aquariums. They thrive in well-oxygenated water with strong flow and appreciate plenty of driftwood, rockwork, and caves for shelter. While they will graze on algae and biofilm, they require a varied diet that includes sinking wafers, fresh vegetables, and protein-rich foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 3–4 inches\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7–8 inches\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivore – algae wafers, sinking pellets, fresh vegetables, biofilm, frozen foods, and occasional protein-rich treats\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 76–84°F (24–29°C)\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.5–7.8\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 55 gallons (75+ gallons recommended for adults)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Green Phantom Pleco is an exceptional choice for aquarists looking for a unique, colorful bottom dweller. Its brilliant green coloration, eye-catching fin highlights, and calm demeanor make it one of the most desirable plecos in the hobby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The photo shown is a representative image of this variety. The fish you receive may not be the exact specimen pictured. As living animals, each fish is unique and may vary in color, pattern, size, and markings. We carefully select healthy, high-quality specimens that accurately represent the variety you have purchased.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53101043908917,"sku":"H747695","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/2145\/1573\/files\/IMG-3541.jpg?v=1783397332"},{"product_id":"pleco-l128-blue-phantom","title":"PLECO-L128 (BLUE PHANTOM)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Phantom Pleco (L128) – 3–4”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHemiancistrus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sp. L128\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blue Phantom Pleco (L128) is a highly prized freshwater catfish known for its striking steel-blue to slate-gray coloration accented by vibrant blue fins. Native to the fast-flowing waters of Brazil’s Rio Xingu, this beautiful pleco is a favorite among aquarists for its unique appearance, peaceful nature, and manageable adult size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Phantom Plecos thrive in aquariums with excellent water quality, strong current, and plenty of oxygen. They enjoy driftwood, rock caves, and shaded hiding places where they can rest during the day. While they will graze on algae and biofilm, they require a varied diet of sinking pellets, algae wafers, fresh vegetables, and protein-rich frozen foods to remain healthy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 3–4 inches\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6–7 inches\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivore – algae wafers, sinking pellets, fresh vegetables, biofilm, frozen foods, and occasional protein-rich treats\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 76–82°F (24–28°C)\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 55 gallons (75+ gallons recommended)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its rich blue coloration, elegant finnage, and peaceful personality, the Blue Phantom Pleco is an exceptional addition to planted aquariums and large community tanks. Its unique appearance and hardy nature make it one of the most desirable plecos in the aquarium hobby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The photo shown is a representative image of this variety. The fish you receive may not be the exact specimen pictured. As living animals, each fish is unique and may vary in color, pattern, size, and markings. 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