{"product_id":"rubber-lip-pleco","title":"Rubber Lip Pleco (Size Medium) – Chaetostoma sp.","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eChaetostoma sp.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rubber Lip Pleco, also known as the Rubbernose or Bulldog Pleco, is a peaceful freshwater catfish known for its distinctive broad mouth, compact body, and natural algae-grazing behavior. Its manageable adult size makes it an excellent alternative to the much larger Common and Sailfin Plecos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRubber Lip Plecos spend much of their time grazing on algae and biofilm across aquarium glass, smooth rocks, driftwood, and other surfaces. They are especially well suited to mature aquariums with clean, highly oxygenated water and good water movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for \u003cstrong\u003eMedium-sized Rubber Lip Plecos\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy–Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–7 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 gallons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–78°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore \/ Algae \u0026amp; Biofilm Grazer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e A mature, well-filtered aquarium with good oxygenation, moderate water movement, rocks, driftwood, caves, and plenty of surfaces for natural grazing. Supplement available algae and biofilm with quality algae wafers, sinking foods, and vegetable-based foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Live fish naturally vary in size, coloration, pattern, and appearance. The fish you receive may not look exactly like the individual pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock from Felipe’s Fish is carefully selected and prepared for safe transport. Please review our shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felipe's Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52545889206552,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/rubberlippleco1.png?v=1787188423","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/rubber-lip-pleco","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}