The L191 or Dull Eyed Royal Pleco is a large growing Panaque and one of the more common varieties of what are collectively known as Royal Plecos in the trade. Widespread in Colombia and Venezuela, these plecos are typically collected in the Rio Meta and Caqueta basins in areas with acidic water with moderate to fast flow. Like all species in the genus Panaque they are wood eaters by nature, and should be offered plenty of driftwood in the aquarium. Specialized diets like Repashy’s xylivore formula gel premix or Sera Catfish Chips are ideal for this species.
L191 Dull Eyed Royal Pleco (Panaque cf. nigrolineatus)
Origin: Wild Colombia
Locale: Rio Meta
Diet: Driftwood, Algae, Biofilm
Adult Size: 20″+
Recommended Tank Size: 180 gallons
Compatibility: Generally peaceful but may become aggressive toward similar species
Preferred Water Parameters
pH: 6.5 – 7.5
Temp: 76-80F
Ammonia: 0ppm
Nitrite: 0ppm
Nitrate: <30ppm