{"product_id":"rubberlip-pleco-l-146","title":"Rubberlip Pleco L-146","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69a4e5db-da6c-832e-b651-06614cf3d436-52\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-152\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"cc49fd0a-3a91-4e19-974b-a0fc7e0a18c8\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"460\"\u003eThe Rubberlip Pleco L-146 is a small to medium-sized freshwater catfish native to South America, recognized for its rounded body, large suction-cup mouth, and distinctive rubbery lips used for scraping algae and biofilm from rocks and surfaces. Its subtle mottled brown coloration allows it to blend into rocky, driftwood-filled aquariums, while its active bottom-dwelling behavior adds interest and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"692\"\u003eThis species is \u003cstrong data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"498\"\u003emoderate in care\u003c\/strong\u003e, thriving in well-maintained aquariums with stable water parameters and plenty of hiding spots. It prefers slightly cooler water than many tropical plecos and enjoys flowing water conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"697\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"723\"\u003eCare Requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"761\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"761\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 gallons minimum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"791\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"791\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"780\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–26 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"811\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"811\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"801\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"859\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"859\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"833\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"912\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"912\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, active bottom dweller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore — algae wafers, sinking pellets, blanched vegetables, and occasional protein foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Compatibility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003eRubberlip Plecos are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003epeaceful and territorial over hiding spots\u003c\/strong\u003e, but generally coexist with most community fish, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003eTetras and rasboras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eCorydoras and other small catfish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003eDwarf cichlids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003eShrimp and snails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003eAvoid overly aggressive or much larger fish that could outcompete or stress them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003eplanted aquarium with driftwood, rocks, caves, and smooth substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal to replicate their natural habitat. Moderate water flow, gentle filtration, and stable water parameters help them thrive and maintain healthy coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1776\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1776\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eA peaceful, algae-eating pleco with distinctive rubbery lips—perfect for planted or rocky community aquariums and mid-sized tanks.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47951338668254,"sku":null,"price":15.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo.png?v=1741200651","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/rubberlip-pleco-l-146","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}