L-103 CLOWN PLECOSTOMUS

🎪 L-103 Clown Plecostomus – Striking Stripes in a Compact Package

The L-103 Clown Plecostomus (Panaqolus maccus), also known as the Clown Pleco, is a small, peaceful, and beautifully patterned plecostomus ideal for aquarists of all levels. Native to the Orinoco River Basin in Venezuela, this wood-eating species features bold tiger-like stripes across a deep brown body, giving it a clown-like appearance that’s anything but silly.

Perfect for nano tanks, planted aquariums, or community setups, the Clown Pleco stays small, easygoing, and low-maintenance—making it one of the most popular intro-level plecos in the hobby.

🐟 Species Profile:

• Scientific Name: Panaqolus maccus

• L Number: L-103

• Common Names: Clown Pleco, Tiger Pleco

• Adult Size: 3.5–4 inches

• Temperament: Peaceful, shy

• Tank Size: 20+ gallons

• Water Parameters: 74–80°F | pH 6.5–7.5 | Soft to moderately hard water

• Diet: Primarily herbivore – driftwood (essential), algae wafers, blanched veggies, sinking spirulina pellets

🛠️ Tank Setup & Compatibility:

Clown Plecos thrive in:

• Tanks with plenty of driftwood, which they rasp for both food and shelter

• Heavily planted or aquascaped environments with hiding spots

• Moderate flow and high water quality

Compatible with:

• Tetras, rasboras, corydoras, gouramis, dwarf cichlids, angelfish

• Perfect for peaceful community tanks and nano aquariums

Behavior:

• 🌙 Nocturnal – more active in the evening or when lights are low

• 🧼 Algae grazer and wood rasper – helps with tank maintenance

• 💡 Very peaceful and doesn’t bother other tankmates or fight for territory

🛒 Why Buy from RobsAquatics.com?

Each L-103 Clown Pleco is:

• ✅ Individually inspected for health, color, and activity

• ✅ Acclimated to prepared foods and tank life

• ✅ Shipped live with our Live Arrival Guarantee

• ✅ A perfect fit for small aquariums, planted tanks, or peaceful community setups

📦 Add color, personality, and cleanup power to your tank with the adorable and dependable L-103 Clown Plecostomus—a small pleco with big visual appeal. Now available at RobsAquatics.com.