L191 Dull Eyed Royal Pleco / Panaque cf. nigrolineatus

Common Name: Dull Eyed Royal Pleco Scientific Name: Panaque cf. nigrolineatus Other Names: L191, Royal Pleco, Broken Line Royal Pleco The Dull Eyed Royal Pleco is a captivating freshwater fish known for its unique appearance and behaviors. It boasts a robust body with distinctive dark and light bands running vertically along its length. Its eyes are relatively smaller and less prominent compared to other plecos, giving it the "dull-eyed" moniker. The Dull Eyed Royal Pleco also features a powerful mouth adapted for scraping wood, a behavior that is both unique and essential for its diet. Its appealing coloration and intriguing feeding habits make it a popular choice for aquarium enthusiasts. Habitat and Distribution: The Dull Eyed Royal Pleco is found in the rivers and tributaries of the Orinoco and Amazon Basins, primarily in Colombia and Venezuela. These fish inhabit fast-flowing waters with abundant driftwood and submerged branches, which they use both as shelter and a food source. T