L66 YELLOW KING TIGER PLECO

One of several strikingly marked species of Hypancistrus from the Rio Xingu in Brazil, the Yellow form of the L066 King Tiger Pleco inhabits rocky areas of warm, fast-moving water. In the aquarium, they need excellent water quality and do best when provided lots of cover in the form of caves or driftwood. A carnivore, they should be fed protein rich foods like frozen bloodworms, carnivore pellets, or gel diets. The L066 “Yellow” has the intricate pattern of the more commonly seen black and white form but with a more vibrant yellow base coloration. Like most plecos from the region, they will do best at warmer temperatures (80-85F) and plenty of current.

Origin: Wild Brazil
Locale: Rio Xingu
Diet: Carnivore and scavenger, prefers protein-rich frozen or prepared diets
Adult Size: 4.5″
Recommended Tank Size: 30 gallons
Compatibility: Peaceful, can be territorial with similar species

Preferred Water Parameters
pH:                          6.5 – 7.5
Temp:                     78-82F
Ammonia:              0ppm
Nitrite:                    0ppm
Nitrate:                  <30ppm