King Tiger Pleco (Hypancistrus sp.)

Fish in the family Loricariidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameHypancistrus sp.

FamilyLoricariidae

Also known asL066, L260, L333, Queen Arabesque Group, Hypancistrus sp. L066

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive (some territorial)

DietCarnivore/omnivore (meaty foods, sinking pellets, some vegetables)

Adult size5.5 in

Minimum tank size30 gallons

Water parametersTemp 78-86°F, pH 6.0-7.4, GH 1-10 dGH

Appearance

Fine maze-like black vermiculation over a tan to white body; pattern varies between the L066, L260 and L333 forms.

Difficulty and care for the King Tiger Pleco

Moderate

Origin and habitat

South America (Rio Xingu / Rio Tapajós, Brazil)

Keeper notes

Territorial toward conspecifics over caves; provide multiple hides if keeping more than one.

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