Candy Striped Pleco (L015) (Peckoltia vittata)

Fish in the family Loricariidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePeckoltia vittata

FamilyLoricariidae

Also known asL015, Striped Peckoltia, Peckoltia sp. L015

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietOmnivore (meaty foods, vegetables, biofilm)

Adult size4 in

Minimum tank size25 gallons

Water parametersTemp 76-84°F, pH 6.0-7.6, GH 2-14 dGH

Appearance

Tan body with dark brown wavy candy-stripe banding; a small, classic Peckoltia.

Difficulty and care for the Candy Striped Pleco (L015)

Moderate

Origin and habitat

South America (lower Amazon, Brazil)

Keeper notes

Peaceful; mildly territorial over caves.

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