Peckoltia species L387 – Pleco

Peckoltia sp.L387is also known as the Tangerine Tiger Pleco and isan ideal species for the small to medium community aquarium. Featuring an impressive array of stripes & spots.These fishare not as readily available as other plecos,thus, the higher price tag.

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Features of Peckoltia sp. L387:

• A brilliant mixture of marblepatterns, stripes & spots across the body of blacks, browns, beige and hues of orange
• Spots across the head
• The eyes are large and bulbous and giving the fish a unique look
• The Peckoltia sp. L387 has a set of large rayed fins
• Grows to 12cm

Best Aquarium Size for Peckoltia sp. L387:

Peckoltia sp. L387 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 sp. L387can 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 Panaqolus sp. L397 – Alenquer Tiger Pleco, its often out-competed for food.

Here are some great tank mates:

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

Feeding :

Peckoltia sp. L387 dobest on a high-protein diet.Offer them a steady diet of algae wafers and frozen or live foods such as bloodwormsto meet their nutritional requirements. We recommend theAlgae Wafers from Hikari,Fluval Bug Bites Algae Crisps,Vitalis Catfish PelletsandSera Catfish Chips Wafers with Wood.

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PlecoTank Setup:

Aquarium Filtration

A goodfiltration systemis necessary.Known to be heavy waste producers, an efficient filtration system will ensure a clean aquarium.Make sure the filter matches with your tank size.

Here are some great ones to consider:

• 307 Performance Canister Filter By Fluval
• Classic External Canister Filter 2215 (350)By EHEIM
• Aqua One 1000 External Canister Filter

Air Pumps or Bladders

Air pumps or bladders are recommended. Peckoltia sp. L387like a stronger current, so make sure the filters outlet can meet that need. You can search for an idealPumpfor your tank in our online shop.

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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Plants forPlecos

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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Decorations forPlecos

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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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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