Peckoltia Lineola L202

Peckoltia Lineola L202 is an ideal species for the small to medium community aquarium. Also known as the shortlined pleco. Endemic tothe Ro Orinoco drainage of Venezuela.These fishare not as readily available as other plecos,thus, the higher price tag.

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Features of Peckoltia Lineola L202:

• A brilliant mixture of marblepatterns & stripes across the body of blacks, browns, beige and hues of orange
• The eyes are large and bulbous and giving the fish a unique look
• The Peckoltia Lineola L202 has a set of large rayed fins
• Grows to 10cm

Best Aquarium Size for Peckoltia Lineola L202:

Peckoltia Lineola L202 cando well in a tank of 75Lor larger. However, it depends on the size of your pleco. Also, if you want toset up a community tank, you have to increase the tank size.

Suitable aquariums to consider include:

• Yiding Tanks
• Aqua One Tanks
• Oceason Aquariums

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Tank Mate Compatibility:

Peckoltia Lineola L202 can be kept in community tanks but are territorial towards their own species.They are peaceful towards other peaceful smaller species. If keeping multiple together, ensure plenty of space and provide caves and territories for each to claim.Avoid otherlarger or more active bottom-dwellers, because of the passive nature of the Peckoltia Lineola L202, its often out-competed for food.

Here are some great tank mates:

• Tetras
• harlequin rasbora
• Phantom Tetra
• Apistogramma
• Platies

Diet:

Peckoltia Lineola L202 is omnivorous. They love to feed on meaty high protein snacks. Feed them algae wafers,flakesand sinking pellets. They also accept treats like live or frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, and insect larvae. Vegetables such as zucchini can be fed once a week.

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PlecoTank Setup:

Aquarium Filtration

Water quality is vital. Thisfish produces a large amount of waste, so an excellent filter is essential.Cannister filters are a great option for medium to large aquariums. Ensure your filter has an adequate flow rate for your aquarium size.

• 307 Performance Canister Filter By Fluval
• Eheim 2215 (350) Classic Filter with Media
• Oase BioMaster 350

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Aquarium Heater

This plecoenjoystemperatures between 25 – 28 C. To manage stable water temperatures, we recommend installing a reliable aquarium heater and always monitor with an additional thermometer.

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Aquarium Plants

There are no strict cultivars that these fish prefer. So, get creative and add a variety of plants that fit this environment.Floating plants or large-leaved plants like java fern are all good choices foryour pleco tank. Pleco’s enjoy shaded areas and places to hide, this makes them feel safe.

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Aquarium Decorations

Thesecave-dwellerswill appreciate a replication of their natural habitat, and that means you have the option of adding rock structures, pleco caves, and driftwood.Creating caves enables your fish to feel safe and claim territory.

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Aquarium Lighting

These fish enjoy lower light levels with lots of shade and dark spaces to hide. If keeping live plants, they will need sufficient light to grow.

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Aquarium Substrate

Aquarium sand is ideal for plecos as they are bottom dwellers and will forage through substrate for food. If you prefer to use gravel, use a smooth and rounded gravel to protect their bodies.

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