{"product_id":"watermelon-pleco-l-330","title":"Watermelon Pleco L-330","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"426\"\u003eThe Watermelon Pleco L-330 is a striking freshwater catfish prized for its unique watermelon-like patterning: a greenish to brown body covered in bright orange to red spots, resembling a ripened watermelon. Native to South America, it is a peaceful, active bottom-dweller that grazes on biofilm, algae, and driftwood, making it both functional and ornamental in aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eThis species is \u003cstrong data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"464\"\u003emoderate in care\u003c\/strong\u003e, requiring stable water parameters, plenty of hiding spots, and a well-maintained tank to thrive and maintain its vivid coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"603\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"629\"\u003eCare Requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"918\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"667\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"667\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"646\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 gallons minimum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"697\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"697\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"686\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"717\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"717\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"707\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"765\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"765\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"739\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"806\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"806\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, nocturnal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"918\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"818\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore — algae wafers, blanched vegetables, driftwood (essential), and occasional protein foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"923\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Compatibility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003eWatermelon Plecos are \u003cstrong data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003ebottom-dwelling, nocturnal, and mostly peaceful\u003c\/strong\u003e. They prefer hiding spots such as caves, driftwood, and crevices and coexist well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003eCorydoras and other peaceful catfish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003eMedium tetras, rasboras, and barbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003eDwarf cichlids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003eShrimp and snails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eAvoid aggressive or overly large fish that could intimidate or compete with them for territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eplanted or driftwood-rich aquarium with caves, rocks, and soft substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal. 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