How Many Gold Nugget Pleco (L177) in a 125-Gallon Tank?
In a 125-gallon tank, plan on about 1–2 Gold Nugget Pleco (L177), leaving room for tankmates and filtration headroom.
Why
Stocking is driven by adult size and waste output, not just fish count. Gold Nugget Pleco (L177) reaches about 7" with a heavy bioload, and needs 75–84°F water at pH 6–7.5. Always cycle the tank and test water before adding livestock.
| Adult size | 7" |
|---|---|
| Minimum tank | 55 gallons |
| Temperature | 75–84°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive |
| Schooling | No |
| Diet | Herbivore |
| Care level | Moderate |
| Origin | Xingu River, Brazil |
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