Our Guide To Keeping L187b Bulldog Pleco

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Chaetostoma formosae
   • Common name: Bulldog Pleco
   • Family: Loricariidae
   • Origin: South America
   • Adult length: 10-12 cm (4-5 inches)
   • Lifespan: 10-15 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Bulldog Plecos require a tank with plenty of hiding places such as caves, driftwood, and rocks.
   • They prefer tanks with slow to moderate water flow and heavily planted areas.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Keep the water temperature between 23-27°C (73-81°F).
   • Water pH should be between 6.5-7.5.

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • Use a filter that provides gentle to moderate flow to mimic their natural habitat.

5. Diet:

   • Bulldog Plecos are omnivores. Offer them a varied diet including sinking pellets, algae wafers, and blanched vegetables.
   • They also require driftwood in the tank as part of their diet to aid in digestion.

6. Tank mates:

   • They are peaceful and can be kept with other peaceful fish species that share similar water parameters.
   • Avoid keeping them with aggressive or larger tank mates that may intimidate or outcompete them for food.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Bulldog Plecos are nocturnal and will spend most of the day hiding in caves or under driftwood.
   • They are generally peaceful but may become territorial towards their own species or other bottom-dwelling fish.