Shipping Size: 1.5-1.75 inches 
Size when full grown: 4.5-6 inches. 
Temperament: Peaceful; mildly territorial with other plecos
Water Parameters:
Temperature: 76-82*F
PH: 6.2-7.2
Hardness: soft to moderate
Tank Size: min. 30 gallons
Diet: sinking pellets, algae wafers, repashy gel foods, frozen bloodworms, brineshrimp. Occassional blanched vegetables.