Leporacanthicus sp. aff. Galaxias (code L240) is a loricariid native to the Rio Tocantins basin in Brazil. Its dark body dotted with brilliant white spots has earned it the nickname Pleco Galaxias. A rare species, sought after for its beauty and robustness.

1. Behaviour & maintenance

Calm and territorial. Best kept alone or in small groups in a spacious aquarium (250 L+) with plenty of hiding places (roots, rocks, tubes). Likes a moderate current and good oxygenation.

2. Water parameters

• Temperature: 26-30°C
• pH: 6.0-7.5
• GH: 4-10 °dGH
• KH: 2-6 °KH
• Minimum volume: 250 L

3. Diet

Mainly carnivorous: worms, shrimps, protein pellets and frozen food. Also accepts occasional vegetable pellets. Find out more about our foods for carnivorous loricariids.

4. Technical specifications

5. Reproduction

Cavity spawning: the male guards the eggs until they hatch. Rare in captivity, but possible in large special tanks.

6. Compatibility

Compatible with calm South American fish (Corydoras, Geophagus, capercaillie). Avoid other large territorial plecos.

7. Shipping, delivery & transport points

The fish are shipped in professional isothermal packaging to ensure a stable temperature and safety. Fast, safe transport.

Delivery methods

• France Express (France, Belgium, Luxembourg)
• In-store collection at Sombreffe (Belgium)

Shipment organisation

• Closing: Monday 10.00 am
• France: departures Monday or Tuesday, delivery Tuesday-Thursday
• Belgium & Luxembourg: departures Monday/Tuesday, delivery Tuesday/Wednesday