Red Spot Cochliodon (L137) (Cochliodon sp.)

Fish in the family Loricariidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameCochliodon sp.

FamilyLoricariidae

Also known asL137, Red Spot Pleco, Hypostomus sp. L137

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive (some territorial)

DietHerbivore/wood-grazer (driftwood, vegetables, biofilm)

Adult size12 in

Minimum tank size100 gallons

Water parametersTemp 74-82°F, pH 6.2-7.4, GH 2-14 dGH

Appearance

Brown wood-eating pleco with reddish spotting, especially when young; a popular 'cochliodon' trade form.

Difficulty and care for the Red Spot Cochliodon (L137)

Moderate

Origin and habitat

South America (Brazil)

Keeper notes

Territorial toward other large plecos; calm toward dissimilar tankmates.

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