The Alenquer Tiger Pleco is a beautiful suckermouth catfish variety. This Pleco specimen features bold orange and black stripes across its entire body. This pattern and color combination is not commonly seen with Plecos, making the Alenquer Tiger a rarity and a highly coveted variety. The Alenquer Tiger stays smaller in size compared to the Common Pleco, making it suitable for mid-sized aquariums where it will readily scavenge. Plecos are relatively peaceful and do not generally bother other tankmates, but may prey on dwarf shrimp from time to time.
This species tends to be most active at night, but after it acclimatizes to an aquarium with ample driftwood, rock structures, and hiding spots, it may be active during the daytime. The Alenquer Tiger Pleco is a "wood-eating" pleco. Its suction mouth contains teeth that scrape biofilm from driftwood. Having multiple driftwood pieces in the aquarium for grazing is suggested, as a constant supply of driftwood is essential to this species' health and longevity.
Recommended Water Parameters
Listed information should be treated as general guidelines only. We encourage you to do thorough research before committing to keeping any livestock.
- Temperature Range: 72-84°F
- pH: 6.5-7.5
- KH: 6-10
Recommended Tank Size
30 gallons. Tank size is relative and various factors should be considered when determining tank size. Factors include maintenance schedules, tank mates, desired colony size, and more.
Diet
Requires a wood and plant matter-based diet. Ensure that driftwood is available at all times for biofilm grazing. Supplement with high-quality vegetable flakes and sinking algae wafers, as well as fresh vegetables like shelled peas, spinach, zucchini, and cucumber.