{"product_id":"l236-hypancistrus-pleco","title":"L236 Hypancistrus Pleco 3\" (Locally Bred)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"content user-select-text\" aria-description=\"\" aria-label=\"Sent by Copilot: It sounds like you're interested in the L236 Hypancistrus, a type of pleco! The L236, also known as the \u0026quot;Super White Pleco,\u0026quot; is a small, strikingly patterned fish with a white to yellow base color and black, grey, or brown worm-like patterns[^3^]. They are highly sought after in the aquarium hobby due to their unique appearance and relatively small size, making them suitable for most tanks[^3^].\n\nDo you have any specific questions about caring for or breeding these fascinating fish?\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac-container ac-adaptiveCard has-image\" id=\"entity-image-top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ac-textBlock\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL236 Hypancistrus Pleco\u003c\/strong\u003e (often called \u003cem\u003eCracked Zebra Pleco\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eSuper White Pleco\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"speciesoverview\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHypancistrus sp.\u003c\/em\u003e (L236)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rio Xingu basin, Brazil (fast-flowing, oxygen-rich waters)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–12 cm (4–4.7 inches) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 8–10 years with proper care \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e White or cream base color with black worm-line or cracked zebra patterns. Selective breeding has produced “Super White” variants with minimal black markings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"tankrequirements\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 20 gallons for one; larger if keeping a group.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 77–86°F (25–30°C) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration \u0026amp; Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong current and high oxygenation (powerheads or river manifold recommended).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDécor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sand or fine gravel substrate, caves (slate, PVC, or ceramic), driftwood, and rocks for hiding spots. Plants are optional but hardy species can help with aesthetics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"diet\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivorous—prefers high-protein foods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Foods:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen\/live: Bloodworms, brine shrimp, Mysis shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepared: Sinking carnivore pellets, occasional algae wafers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetables: Zucchini, cucumber (as supplements).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed at night or after lights out—they are nocturnal and shy feeders. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"behaviortankmates\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Tankmates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful but males can be territorial—provide multiple caves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest with small, calm fish (tetras, rasboras, Corydoras). Avoid aggressive or fast-feeding species. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"breedingtips\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready to spawn at ~2 years; full size in 3–4 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetup:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGroup of 6–10 for best success\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne cave per male (minimum), ideally one per fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaves should be snug, open on one side only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm water (82–86°F), strong current, high oxygen, low nitrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTriggers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frequent water changes and protein-rich diet can encourage spawning. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eggster.eu\/en\/blog\/l-numbers\/the-basics-of-breeding-plecos\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Luis Agoncillo (local breeder)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50198826058046,"sku":"05009916058046","price":129.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/5104\/3390\/files\/2_L236_Hypancistrus_Pleco.jpg?v=1723474686","url":"https:\/\/yourlocalfishstore.com\/products\/l236-hypancistrus-pleco","provider":"Your Local Fish Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}