L333 King Tiger Pleco/Maze Zebra Pleco - (Hypancistrus Seideli) Breeding Group

🐟 L333 King Tiger Pleco / Maze Zebra Pleco – Breeding Group (Hypancistrus seideli)

The L333 King Tiger Pleco Breeding Group is a carefully selected set of adults intended for reproduction. This group features the classic maze-like striping with bold black and white (or gold) contrasts, characteristic of the L333 from Brazil’s Rio Xingu. Ideal for advanced aquarists, this group thrives in warm, well-oxygenated water with ample caves for breeding and territorial separation.

🔎 Quick Facts

• 📛 Common Name: King Tiger Pleco Breeding Group, Maze Zebra Pleco Breeding Group
• 🔬 Scientific Name: Hypancistrus seideli
• 🎨 Appearance: Maze-like striping, high-contrast black/white or gold pattern
• 📏 Max Size: 5–6 inches (13–15 cm)

😇 Behavior & Temperament

• 🤝 Peaceful with tankmates but territorial over caves
• 🌙 Primarily nocturnal; most active in low light
• 🪵 Requires multiple hiding and breeding spots

🏠 Tank Requirements

• 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 40–50 gallons for a small breeding group
• 🪵 Multiple caves to establish territories
• 🌊 Moderate water flow with strong filtration
• 💡 Dim to moderate lighting to encourage natural behavior

💧 Water Parameters

• 🌡️ Temperature: 78–86°F (25–30°C)
• ⚗️ pH: 6.0–7.5
• 💧 Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet

• 🍤 Protein-based diet: sinking carnivore pellets, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp
• 🐚 Occasional live/frozen foods for conditioning
• 🌿 Minimal vegetable matter

🔍 Sexing

• 👨 Males: Broader head, longer odontodes on pectoral fins
• 👩 Females: Rounder, fuller body when gravid

📋 Overview Table

✨ Snippet:

• 🏠 Multiple caves for breeding and territory
• 🖤🤍 Maze-like high-contrast striping
• 🌊 Warm, well-oxygenated water required
• 🐟 Peaceful with tankmates, ideal for breeding setups
• 🌙 Active mostly at night