Hollow Rock Medium

Hollow Rock Medium

Hollow Rock Medium is an aquarium hideout designed for plecos and ancistrus, and it is made to encourage breeding in ancistrus species. It gives shy, cave-loving bottom dwellers a secure place to retreat, and doubles as a decoration in the tank.

Key Benefits

• Provides a dedicated hideout for plecos and ancistrus
• Designed to promote the breeding of ancistrus species
• Hollow design with a 4 cm (1.6") round entrance
• Low, compact profile that suits tanks where height and floor space matter

Suitable For

• Plecos
• Ancistrus, including keepers who want to encourage breeding in ancistrus species

Specifications

• Approx. size: 13 cm (5.1") diameter x 4 cm (1.6") height
• Hole opening: 4 cm (1.6") diameter

What's Included

• 1 x Hollow Rock Medium hideout, approx. 13 cm (5.1") diameter x 4 cm (1.6") height

Frequently Asked Questions

Which fish is the Hollow Rock Medium designed for?
It is designed as a hideout for plecos and ancistrus.

Will it help my ancistrus breed?
It is designed to promote breeding in ancistrus species by offering a hollow, sheltered space. Breeding results still depend on your fish and tank conditions.

How big is the entrance hole?
The hole opening is 4 cm (1.6") in diameter. Compare this with the body width of your fish before choosing.

What are the overall dimensions?
The approximate size is 13 cm (5.1") in diameter and 4 cm (1.6") high.

Will it fit in a smaller aquarium?
Its footprint is roughly 13 cm (5.1") across and it stands 4 cm (1.6") high. Measure the floor space in your tank to confirm it fits alongside your other decor.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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