⚠️ Difficulty: Moderate — a bright green, sought-after ornamental pleco for a spacious aquarium.

The L200 (Baryancistrus Demantoides), also known as Green Phantom Pleco, is one of the most sought-after L-numbers, with a greenish body full of bright yellow spots. An impressive eye-catcher for pleco enthusiasts.

🐠 Animal Specifications

🏪 Collection & warranty

• Available for pick-up only in our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
• Feel free to inspect the fish thoroughly in the store upon collection
• Feel free to ask for advice on care or aquarium setup when picking up

✂️ Care

Provide sufficient hiding places such as driftwood and caves (important for cave spawners), and strong currents with high oxygen saturation. As a herbivore, a diet rich in vegetables and algae wafers is important, supplemented with driftwood to graze on.

🐠 Combination tip

Peaceful towards other fish, but can be territorial towards its own kind — provide ample space and hiding places.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What is an L-number?
L-numbers are a classification system for Loricariidae (armored catfish) for which the exact scientific name is not always yet established.

What should I feed?
Mainly plant-based food such as vegetables and algae wafers — driftwood in the aquarium is also important as a food source.

Can I keep multiple specimens together?
Yes, provided there is enough space and hiding places to limit territorial behavior among them.

Do you have another question? Feel free to visit the store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.