L015
Intermediate
Candy Stripe Pleco
Peckoltia vittata
L-number
L015
Size
12 cm
Temperature
22–26 °C
pH
6–7.2
Origin
Brasilien (Rio Xingu)
Temperament
Peaceful
Spawning behavior
Unknown
Active time
Unknown
Description
Peckoltia vittata (L015), often called Candy Stripe Pleco, is an L-catfish from Brazil (Rio Xingu). The species reaches about 12 cm, is best kept at 22–26 °C and pH 6–7.2. In the aquarium it mainly eats algae, vegetables, shrimp.
Aquarium & care
Keep stable water values around 22–26 °C and pH 6–7.2. Roots or wood should be present in the aquarium. Feed varied with algae, vegetables, shrimp.
Breeding
No information yet.
Feeding
algae, vegetables, shrimp
Origin
Brasilien (Rio Xingu)