L-128 Blue PHANTOM PLECOSTOMUS

💎 L-128 Blue Phantom Plecostomus (Hemiancistrus sp.) – Electric Blue Armor with Personality

The L-128 Blue Phantom Plecostomus is one of the most visually captivating plecos in the hobby, known for its electric blue body, shimmering silver-white spots, and calm temperament. Native to the fast-moving waters of the Rio Orinoco in Venezuela and Colombia, this pleco is an eye-catching addition to community aquariums or exotic pleco displays.

Unlike its darker cousins, the Blue Phantom glows under aquarium lighting, especially in tanks with dark substrates or backgrounds. It’s an ideal balance of beauty and utility, helping control algae while adding a striking, rare aesthetic to the lower zones of your tank.

🐟 Species Profile:

• Scientific Name: Hemiancistrus sp. L128

• Common Name: Blue Phantom Plecostomus

• L-Number: L-128

• Adult Size: 6–7 inches

• Temperament: Peaceful, shy

• Tank Size: 55+ gallons

• Water Parameters: 76–84°F | pH 6.5–7.5 | Clean, well-oxygenated water with moderate flow

• Diet: Omnivore – enjoys algae wafers, veggie pellets, frozen bloodworms, and fresh greens

🛠️ Tank Setup & Compatibility:

Blue Phantoms thrive in:

• Aquariums with caves, driftwood, and shaded spots

• River-style setups with moderate flow and excellent filtration

• Dark backgrounds and substrates to highlight color vibrancy

Compatible with:

• Peaceful to semi-aggressive tankmates like angelfish, rainbowfish, tetras, corydoras

• Can be housed with other plecos if sufficient hiding places and space are available

• Not recommended with large aggressive cichlids or fin-nippers

Behavior:

• 🧽 Gentle grazer that helps with algae control

• 🌙 Primarily nocturnal, but active during feeding and low-light hours

• 🧠 Intelligent and can become visible with a consistent feeding schedule

🛒 Why Buy from RobsAquatics.com?

Each L-128 Blue Phantom Pleco is:

• ✅ Individually selected for deep blue coloration and clear spotting

• ✅ Acclimated to tank life and eating prepared diets

• ✅ Professionally packed and backed by our Live Arrival Guarantee

• ✅ A great choice for aquascapes, community tanks, or exotic pleco collectors

📦 Bring brilliance to your aquarium with the glowing elegance of the L128 Blue Phantom Plecostomus—a rare and peaceful pleco that stuns in every setting. Now available at RobsAquatics.com.