Hypancistrus sp. L519
pH
6 - 7.5
Temperature
26° - 30 °C
Max size
12 cm
Min tank
150 L
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What to know before you buy.
A rarely traded Hypancistrus marked in a fine honeycomb reticulation. Same requirements as its L333 relatives: warm, clean, oxygen-rich water, caves, and meaty sinking foods.
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Everything you need to keep Honeycomb Pleco (L519) healthy in a South African setup.
A minimum 150L aquarium suits Honeycomb Pleco (L519). Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 6–7.5 and 26–30°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Honeycomb Pleco (L519) is carnivore-leaning omnivore — sinking foods. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Honeycomb Pleco (L519) is generally territorial with own kind. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized territorial with own kind tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Honeycomb Pleco (L519) vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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