{"product_id":"l106-orange-seam-pleco","title":"L106 \"Orange Seam Pleco\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e L106 Orange Seam Pleco \/ Spotted Orange Seam Pleco\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHemiancistrus guahiborum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative Region:\u003c\/strong\u003e Venezuela – Middle \u0026amp; Upper Orinoco Basin, including the Rio Ventuari\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild Caught\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–6\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful \/ Semi-territorial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore \/ Aufwuchs Grazer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently Feeding On:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/saburaiaquatics.com\/collections\/dry-goods\/products\/ebo-artemia-super-soft\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEBO Artemia Softgran\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/saburaiaquatics.com\/collections\/dry-goods\/products\/ebo-spirulina-supersoft\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEBO Spirulina Softgran\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/saburaiaquatics.com\/collections\/dry-goods\/products\/ebo-mussel-sticks\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEBO Mussel Sticks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottom\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe L106 Orange Seam Pleco is a striking medium-sized loricariid prized for its dark, spotted body and vivid orange edging along the dorsal and caudal fins. The orange “seam” becomes especially attractive on well-conditioned adults, creating a sharp contrast against their olive, gray, and brown coloration. Their armored body and distinctive fin markings make them an excellent choice for pleco enthusiasts looking for something less common than the typical bristlenose or common pleco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL106 originates from the middle and upper Orinoco River basin of Venezuela, with the Rio Ventuari being an important locality. In nature, they inhabit warm, clear, fast-moving waters where they spend much of their time holding onto and grazing hard surfaces. Strong water movement, excellent oxygenation, rocky surfaces, and plenty of cover help replicate the conditions they are adapted to in the wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are generally peaceful toward other community fish but can become territorial toward other plecos, particularly when suitable caves and hiding places are limited. Providing several caves, pieces of driftwood, and visual barriers allows each fish to establish its own preferred area. Males develop more pronounced odontodes on the pectoral spines and cheeks, while females tend to have a broader body when mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 77–84°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.8–7.2\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 gallons+\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard, clean and highly oxygenated\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroup Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL106 Orange Seam Plecos do best in mature aquariums with excellent filtration and strong oxygenation. Moderate to strong circulation is recommended, especially when keeping them in warmer water. Smooth rocks, driftwood, and caves should be incorporated throughout the aquarium to provide grazing surfaces, shelter, and territorial boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir natural diet consists largely of periphyton and biofilm scraped from hard surfaces, but they are not strictly herbivorous. In the aquarium, they readily accept a varied diet consisting of spirulina-based foods, algae wafers, sinking foods, vegetables, and protein-rich foods. Offering food after the aquarium lights go out can be especially effective, as these plecos are often most active during the evening and nighttime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild-caught specimens should be given time to acclimate and should be offered a varied diet rather than relying solely on naturally occurring algae. Regular feedings of quality sinking foods combined with occasional blanched vegetables and frozen or meaty foods help maintain condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL106 are excellent community plecos when housed with appropriately sized, peaceful fish. Tetras, rasboras, peaceful cichlids, Corydoras, and other non-aggressive bottom dwellers can make suitable tankmates. If keeping multiple plecos, provide several caves and plenty of visual separation to minimize territorial disputes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cave Spawner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Like Them\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStriking orange-edged fins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful spotted and honeycomb-like body pattern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUncommon and desirable L-number pleco\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent medium-sized collector pleco\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFascinating natural behavior as a rock and biofilm grazer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeaceful with most community fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent choice for a high-flow Orinoco-style aquarium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild-caught specimens offer an authentic biotope experience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll livestock is carefully quarantined and monitored before being offered for sale at Saburai Aquatics.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saburai Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Small - 1.5-2\"","offer_id":48997629264025,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium - 2.25-2.75\"","offer_id":48997629296793,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large - 3-4\"","offer_id":48997629329561,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"XL - 5\"+","offer_id":48997629362329,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/1026\/0377\/files\/PIC_COMING_SOON_19878d86-1258-43aa-a2ef-f862bd61f841.png?v=1748739876","url":"https:\/\/saburaiaquatics.com\/products\/l106-orange-seam-pleco","provider":"Saburai Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}