Description
Royal Spotted Panaque (L330) – Regal Armor with Bold Spotted Beauty
The Royal Spotted Panaque (L330), also known as the Spotted Royal Pleco, is a stunning and majestic freshwater pleco native to the rivers of Colombia and Venezuela, particularly the Orinoco and its tributaries. Belonging to the Panaque genus, this species is known for its distinctive golden to tan body adorned with bold, dark spots and its powerful, armored appearance.
What sets the L330 apart is its striking pattern and heavy-bodied structure, along with its wood-eating habits. Like other Panaque, the L330 has specialized teeth that allow it to rasp and digest wood—making driftwood a vital part of both its habitat and diet. It is best suited for large aquariums with strong filtration and excellent water quality.
Key Features:
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Scientific Name: Panaque cf. nigrolineatus (L330)
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Common Name: Royal Spotted Panaque
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Coloration: Yellow to olive-brown body covered in bold black spots; thick, armored build
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Temperament: Peaceful but territorial—especially with other plecos
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Size: Can reach up to 12–14 inches in optimal conditions
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Tank Requirements: Minimum 100 gallons with strong filtration, driftwood, and moderate current
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Diet: Primarily xylophagous (wood-eating), but also enjoys vegetables (zucchini, cucumber), sinking pellets, and algae wafers
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Compatibility: Best with peaceful, robust tank mates that occupy different zones; avoid overcrowding bottom space
The Royal Spotted Panaque (L330) is a magnificent centerpiece fish for large aquariums, offering a perfect mix of visual impact, unique dietary needs, and impressive personality. It's a must-have for experienced aquarists seeking a regal and rare pleco with truly royal character.
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Livestock will only be bagged once you arrive, or if you contact us in advance to request it ready beforehand.
Local Delivery
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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.
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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?
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🛒 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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