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Leporacanthicus Sp. Aff. Galaxias L 240 5-7cm Wild

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Leporacanthicus sp. aff. Galaxias L240 5-7 cm Wild

Pleco Galaxias - splendid black loricariid with white spots

Leporacanthicus sp. aff. Galaxias (code L240) is a loricariid native to the Rio Tocantins basin in Brazil. Its dark body dotted with brilliant white spots has earned it the nickname Pleco Galaxias. A rare species, sought after for its beauty and robustness.

1. Behaviour & maintenance

Calm and territorial. Best kept alone or in small groups in a spacious aquarium (250 L+) with plenty of hiding places (roots, rocks, tubes). Likes a moderate current and good oxygenation.

2. Water parameters

  • Temperature: 26-30°C
  • pH: 6.0-7.5
  • GH: 4-10 °dGH
  • KH: 2-6 °KH
  • Minimum volume: 250 L

3. Diet

Mainly carnivorous: worms, shrimps, protein pellets and frozen food. Also accepts occasional vegetable pellets. Find out more about our foods for carnivorous loricariids.

4. Technical specifications

Scientific nameLeporacanthicus sp. aff. Galaxias
Code LL240
Adult size18-22 cm
OriginBrazil (Rio Tocantins)
BehaviourCalm, territorial
Living zoneBottom / rocks
Life expectancy10-12 years

5. Reproduction

Cavity spawning: the male guards the eggs until they hatch. Rare in captivity, but possible in large special tanks.

6. Compatibility

Compatible with calm South American fish (Corydoras, Geophagus, capercaillie). Avoid other large territorial plecos.

7. Shipping, delivery & transport points

The fish are shipped in professional isothermal packaging to ensure a stable temperature and safety. Fast, safe transport.

Delivery methods

  • France Express (France, Belgium, Luxembourg)
  • In-store collection at Sombreffe (Belgium)

Shipment organisation

  • Closing: Monday 10.00 am
  • France: departures Monday or Tuesday, delivery Tuesday-Thursday
  • Belgium & Luxembourg: departures Monday/Tuesday, delivery Tuesday/Wednesday
categorie
Poissons tropicaux
origine
Capturés dans la nature
espece
Pleco
nom latin
Leporacanthicus Sp. Aff. Galaxias L 240 5-7cm Wild
Famille Biotope
Loricariidé (Amérique du Sud)
Taille adulte
20–25 cm
Volume minimum du bac
300 L
Zone de vie
Fond
Comportement
Territorial
Régime alimentaire
Carnivore
Température
26–30 °C
pH
6.0–7.5
GH
5–15 °dGH
KH
2–8 °KH
Origine géographique
Brésil (Rio Tocantins)
Reproduction
Ovipare
Espérance de vie
10–12 ans
Sexe
Mix
Niveau de difficulté
Difficile
Compatibilité
Poissons calmes de fond
DELIVERY OF LIVE ANIMALS – FRANCE EXPRESS

Delivery of live animals with France Express (mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg)

When will my order be shipped?
We ship on Mondays and Tuesdays only. No shipments are made from Wednesday to Sunday inclusive.
Any order containing live animals must be placed before Monday at 10:00 am.
It will be shipped on Monday or Tuesday of the same week, depending on the destination.

How long will it take for my order to be delivered?
Delivery takes 24 hours (48 hours maximum) on weekdays.
No deliveries are made on weekends.

How will my order be shipped?
Via France Express, a carrier approved for the transport of animals.
Delivery is secure and the packaging is suitable (insulated boxes).
We add refrigerated packs in summer and heat packs in winter.

Where do you deliver?
Throughout mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg.
Important: no deliveries will be made to pick-up points.

Do I need to be at home to receive the parcel?
Yes, you must be present.
You must be available at the specified time slot so that the delivery driver can hand-deliver the parcel.

Live animals are transported separately from other items. AquaBota is entitled to postpone a shipment in the event of adverse weather conditions.

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