Description
L046 Zebra Pleco (Tank Bred)
Latin name: Hypancistrus zebra
The L046 Zebra Pleco is one of the most iconic and sought-after plecos in the aquarium hobby. With its bold black-and-white striping and compact size, it is a true collector’s fish. Tank-bred specimens offer major advantages over imported wild stock, making them the preferred choice for responsible and successful long-term care.
Care Information
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Adult Size: 7–9 cm
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Temperature: 28–30°C
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pH: 6.0–7.0
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Tank Size: Minimum 80 litres
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Diet: Carnivorous — sinking carnivore pellets, frozen foods, bloodworm, brine shrimp (not an algae eater)
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Temperament: Peaceful but territorial with its own kind; best kept singly or in well-structured groups
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Tank Setup: Warm, highly oxygenated water, strong filtration and flow, multiple caves, smooth décor, and stable water parameters
Why Choose a Tank-Bred L046 Zebra Pleco?
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Healthier and hardier: Tank-bred fish are already adapted to aquarium life and typically feed more readily.
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Reduced stress: No long export chain, meaning less trauma and better survival rates.
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Disease resistant: Lower risk of parasites and import-related illnesses.
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Ethically responsible: Helps protect wild populations from overcollection.
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Easier to keep and breed: Tank-bred specimens often settle faster and display more natural behaviour.
The tank-bred L046 Zebra Pleco is the gold standard for keepers wanting this legendary species, combining exceptional beauty, improved health, and ethical sourcing in one remarkable fish.
Click & Collect
Livestock will only be bagged once you arrive, or if you contact us in advance to request it ready beforehand.
Local Delivery
Order anything from our in-store range and have it delivered right to you.
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Minimum spend: £50
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Delivery from £15 - £30
- Range 0-25 miles from store
Distances are measured “as the crow flies”, not by road.
Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date and time.
Please note, delivery may take a little longer as we often group orders together to build an efficient delivery run.
Important: If you’re ordering a large aquarium, please ensure someone is available to help unload the van on arrival.
Dry Goods Delivery
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DX Express: 1 working day, same-day dispatch before noon 0-75kg
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Express Pallet: 1–3 working days 75-500kg
If you'd like to add more items to an existing order that hasn't yet been dispatched, please place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to combine the orders.
Please note: We currently only dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.
Pre-Order
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Livestock Delivery
Thursday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Wednesday afternoon
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Delivered Thursday before 1pm
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Order by Wednesday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Friday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Thursday afternoon
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Delivered Friday before 1pm
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Order by Thursday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Saturday Delivery – £29
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Dispatched Friday afternoon
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Delivered Saturday before 1pm
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Order by Friday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
📦 Want to Add to an Existing Order?
No problem! Just place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to link it with your original one (as long as it hasn’t been dispatched yet).
🛒 Dry Goods Now Included!
You can now include dry goods in your livestock delivery – perfect for topping up supplies in one go.
❄️ Please note: We can’t send frozen food with livestock – please order frozen items separately.
⚠️ Delivery Exclusions
Unfortunately, we’re unable to deliver livestock to the following postcodes:
Scotland & Isles:
AB30–AB56, DD8–DD10, DG3–DG9, DG12–DG14, FK17–FK21, KA18–KA19, KA26–KA30, PA20–PA38, PA80, PH3–PH40
Cornwall Isles: TR21–TR25
All of the following postcodes are excluded:
BT, HS, IM, IV, JE, KW
Plus Channel Islands and Shetland Islands
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