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Peckoltia sp. (L069) - Laranja Preto Pleco 8-14 cm
Description
The L069, also known as Peckoltia sp. (L069) or Orange Black Pleco, is a freshwater fish of the loricariid family. It is an omnivorous, relatively peaceful fish that can be kept in community aquariums.
Detailed information:
Name: Peckoltia sp. (L069), also known as Orange Black Pleco.
Origin: Tapajós River, Pará, Brazil.
Size: Can reach about 15 cm in length.
Group: Belongs to the Ancistomus/Hemiancistrus group.
Water parameters:
Temperature: 24-27°C.
pH: 6.5-7.5.
Ammonia: 0.
Nitrite: 0.
Nitrate: Less than 30-40.
Size 12-16cm
Feeding: Omnivorous, readily accepts fish flakes and pellets, live and frozen foods, and also feeds on algae and plant matter.
Behaviour: Generally peaceful, but may show territorial behaviour, especially among males, so it is recommended to provide refuges and adequate spaces in the aquarium.
Aquarium: An aquarium with good filtration, well-oxygenated water and decorations such as logs, stones and plants is recommended, to provide shelter and places for grazing on algae.
Detailed information:
Name: Peckoltia sp. (L069), also known as Orange Black Pleco.
Origin: Tapajós River, Pará, Brazil.
Size: Can reach about 15 cm in length.
Group: Belongs to the Ancistomus/Hemiancistrus group.
Water parameters:
Temperature: 24-27°C.
pH: 6.5-7.5.
Ammonia: 0.
Nitrite: 0.
Nitrate: Less than 30-40.
Size 12-16cm
Feeding: Omnivorous, readily accepts fish flakes and pellets, live and frozen foods, and also feeds on algae and plant matter.
Behaviour: Generally peaceful, but may show territorial behaviour, especially among males, so it is recommended to provide refuges and adequate spaces in the aquarium.
Aquarium: An aquarium with good filtration, well-oxygenated water and decorations such as logs, stones and plants is recommended, to provide shelter and places for grazing on algae.
