{"product_id":"l128-blue-phantom-pleco","title":"Blue Phantom Pleco (L128)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Blue Phantom Pleco (L128)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Midnight Masterpiece for Your Aquarium\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\" id=\"p-rc_b6283522e8082592-98\"\u003eTransform your tank into a subterranean spectacle with the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"59\"\u003eBlue Phantom Pleco\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"citation-147\"\u003eKnown to enthusiasts as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"107\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-147\"\u003eL128\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-147 citation-end-147\"\u003e, this stunning suckermouth catfish is a crown jewel of the Orinoco River.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Unlike your common brown plecos, the Blue Phantom boasts a deep, charcoal-to-indigo body adorned with ethereal, light-blue spots that look like a scattering of stars across a midnight sky\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love the Blue Phantom\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIridescent Beauty:\u003c\/b\u003e Their unique coloration shifts from deep navy to ghostly azure depending on the lighting and their mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eActive Algae Eater:\u003c\/b\u003e While they appreciate a meaty snack, they are diligent workers that help keep rocks and glass clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePeaceful Personality:\u003c\/b\u003e They are the \"gentle giants\" of the bottom-dwelling world, making them excellent tank mates for community setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eManageable Size:\u003c\/b\u003e Reaching a maximum of about \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003e7 inches\u003c\/b\u003e, they are perfect for medium-sized aquariums without outgrowing their home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQuick Care Stats\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequirement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExperience Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0\"\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,1,0\"\u003e40+ Gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWater Temp\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\"\u003e76°F – 82°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003epH Range\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0\"\u003e6.0 – 7.2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,5,1,0\"\u003eOmnivore (Algae wafers, sinking pellets, \u0026amp; frozen foods)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,6,1,0\"\u003ePeaceful (may be territorial with other plecos)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro-Tips for a Happy Phantom\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eTo see your Blue Phantom thrive, provide plenty of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"51\"\u003edriftwood\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"65\"\u003erock caves\u003c\/b\u003e. They love high-oxygen environments with a bit of a current—think of them as \"river surfers.\" Because they are native to fast-moving waters, they appreciate a well-filtered tank with consistent water parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAquarist Note:\u003c\/b\u003e The Blue Phantom is a social \"loner.\" It’s best to keep just one per tank unless you have a very large setup with plenty of visual breaks to prevent territory disputes!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eReady to add some starlight to your substrate?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Omega Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52899950494039,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/9161\/4551\/files\/BluePhantom.jpg?v=1772373307","url":"https:\/\/omegaaquatics.shop\/products\/l128-blue-phantom-pleco","provider":"Omega Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}