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L014 Goldie Pleco (Scobiancistrus aureatus)

Posted by Roger Ma on on 2nd Apr 2014

We can't believe this year is flying back quick!  It is already April and summer is just around the corner.

We got in some L14 Goldie Plecos (Sunshine Pleco) again, which are some of the rarest plecos out there.  Perfect for you pleco collectors and rare fish enthusiasts.  

This gorgeous plecostomus is brown in color (can be olive in color as well), with yellow spots that cover the body.  As they are smaller in size, the fins are more orange and fades away as it grows larger.    Coming from Brazil, it requires a particular pH level (6.0-7.4) and is prone to stress from changes in it's environment.  An efficient filtration system is required to keep this pleco in good health and happy!

Like other plecos, it is an omnivore but the Goldie loves a carnivorous diet.  Provide live or frozen foods.  Soft wood is also great to have in the tank.   

The Goldie does well in a tank with Discus or Angelfish as they all require pristine water conditions.  It'll add some variation to your aquarium and makes an excellent show fish that many of your fellow fish keepers will envy!