Description
Zebra Pleco (L046) – The Crown Jewel of Plecos
The Zebra Pleco (L046) is one of the most iconic and coveted freshwater aquarium fish, known for its breathtaking black-and-white striped pattern reminiscent of a zebra. Native to the fast-flowing Rio Xingu in Brazil, this pleco is a rare gem prized for both its stunning looks and peaceful demeanor.
Unlike many other plecos, the Zebra Pleco is more carnivorous and prefers protein-rich foods over algae. It stays relatively small, making it ideal for aquarists with limited space who still want a truly exotic and elegant showpiece. Due to its rarity and specific care requirements, it’s best suited for experienced hobbyists.
Key Features:
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L-number: L046
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Common Name: Zebra Pleco
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Coloration: Crisp black and white horizontal striping
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Temperament: Extremely peaceful and shy
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Size: Reaches up to 3.5–4 inches
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Tank Requirements: Minimum 20–30 gallons with high oxygenation, soft substrate, and plenty of caves
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Diet: Carnivorous—sinking carnivore pellets, bloodworms, brine shrimp, and occasional high-quality protein foods
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Compatibility: Excellent for peaceful community tanks; avoid large or aggressive tank mates
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Special Note: Requires warm water (82–88°F) and pristine, oxygen-rich conditions
The Zebra Pleco (L046) is a show-stopping species and a prized addition to any serious aquarist’s collection. With proper care, it not only survives but thrives—rewarding its keeper with beauty, grace, and rarity in every stripe.
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 up to 10 miles: £10
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Delivery up to 25 miles: £20
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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DPD Next Day: 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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DX Next Day (Heavy Items & Small Aquariums): 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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Express Pallet: 1–3 working days
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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