{"product_id":"green-phantom-pleco-l200-hemiancistrus-subviridis-striking-green-pleco-for-sale","title":"Green Phantom Pleco L200 (Hemiancistrus subviridis)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Phantom Pleco (L200)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eHemiancistrus subviridis\u003c\/em\u003e, is a striking medium-sized pleco prized for its olive-to-emerald green body dusted with fine pale spots. Native to the fast-flowing, oxygen-rich waters of the Rio Orinoco in Venezuela, it is an active, hardy bottom-dweller that adds bold color and personality to a well-filtered aquarium. Browse more of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/collections\/plecos-for-sale\"\u003eplecos for sale\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/collections\/catfish-bottom-dwellers-for-sale\"\u003ebottom dwellers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🐠 Key Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlive to emerald-green body with subtle light spotting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaches roughly 6–7 inches as an adult\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive, hardy, and personable once settled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOmnivore that leans toward a protein-rich diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🐠 Ideal Tank Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum 40–55 gallon aquarium for a single adult\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong filtration and high oxygen to mimic the Orinoco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaves, rockwork, and driftwood for hiding and territory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature 78–86°F, pH 6.0–7.5, soft to moderately hard water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🛠 Care Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep water clean and well-oxygenated with regular water changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide a cave per pleco if keeping more than one to reduce territorial squabbles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest suited to intermediate keepers who can maintain stable, high-flow conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🍽 Recommended Food\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/xtreme-scrapers-14-mm-sinking-wafer-18-oz-bottom-feeder-food-for-plecos-catfish\"\u003eSinking wafers and pellets\u003c\/a\u003e as a staple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtein sources such as frozen bloodworms and brine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasional blanched vegetables like zucchini and cucumber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/collections\/aquarium-fish-food-freshwater-fish-food-premium-fish-diets\"\u003efish food selection\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📦 What You'll Receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne healthy, actively feeding Green Phantom Pleco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize may vary; coloration deepens as the fish matures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🔍 Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big do Green Phantom Plecos get?\u003c\/strong\u003e Most reach about 6–7 inches, so a 40–55 gallon or larger tank suits an adult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Green Phantom Plecos algae eaters?\u003c\/strong\u003e They will graze some algae, but they are omnivores that need sinking foods and protein — algae alone is not enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Green Phantom Pleco peaceful?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes toward other species, though it can be territorial with its own kind, so provide caves and floor space.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54015084462293,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/green-phantom-pleco-l200-hemiancistrus-subviridis-striking-green-pleco-for-sale","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}