{"product_id":"l471-mini-snowball-pleco-hypancistrus-sp-l471","title":"L471 Mini Snowball Pleco (Hypancistrus sp. L471)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe L471 Mini Snowball Pleco (Hypancistrus sp. L471) is a rare, extra-small freshwater suckermouth catfish that grows to an adult size of 2.5 to 3.9 inches (6 to 10 cm) and features a solid black body covered in bright white polka dots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAppearance and Origin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor pattern Pitch-black body and fins adorned with crisp white spots that resemble snowflakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural habitat Fast-flowing, oxygen-rich blackwater rivers in Venezuela and Brazil, such as the Orinoco and Rio Tapajós basins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue dwarf size Stays significantly smaller than common plecos, making it ideal for nano and planted tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTank Setup and Behavior\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHiding spaces Provide plenty of dark rock caves and driftwood so the fish feels safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater flow Require clean, well-oxygenated water with a moderate to strong current to mimic their native rivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament Peaceful and reclusive. They are mostly nocturnal, meaning you will see them move around much.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiet and Feeding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarnivorous preference They need high-protein meaty foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and sinking carnivore pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlgae myth They are not effective algae eaters and will starve if you rely on tank algae or waste to feed them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWood grazing Include driftwood in the tank as they enjoy grazing on its biofilm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jasmin Aquatics Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53443136651561,"sku":null,"price":290.99,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/4325\/2521\/files\/Jasmin-20260822_064116_0000.png?v=1787366534","url":"https:\/\/jasminaquaticsstore.com\/products\/l471-mini-snowball-pleco-hypancistrus-sp-l471","provider":"Jasmin Aquatics Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}