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Royal pleco — AI illustration, not an ID reference

Royal pleco

Panaque nigrolineatus

FishFreshwater

Care level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Minimum tank: 400 L
Maximum size: 35 cm
Temperature: 24–29 °C
pH: 6.5–7.5
Diet: Herbivore

Good to know

Active at night
Outgrows most home tanks
Territorial

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Values are mainstream hobbyist guidance, not gospel — always watch what your own animals need.

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