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

🐟 L333 Albino King Tiger Pleco / Maze Zebra Pleco (Hypancistrus seideli)

The L333 Albino King Tiger Pleco is a rare albino variation of the classic L333, featuring maze-like striping in cream and golden-yellow tones instead of black and white. This visually striking pleco is highly prized by collectors and thrives in warm, well-oxygenated tanks with plenty of caves and hiding spots. Its peaceful temperament makes it compatible with many community aquariums, though it may be slightly territorial over caves.

🔎 Quick Facts

• 📛 Common Name: Albino King Tiger Pleco, Albino Maze Zebra Pleco
• 🔬 Scientific Name: Hypancistrus seideli
• 🎨 Appearance: Cream to golden-yellow body with maze-like patterns
• 📏 Max Size: 5–6 inches (13–15 cm)

😇 Behavior & Temperament

• 🤝 Peaceful, but territorial over caves
• 🌙 Nocturnal; most active in low-light conditions
• 🪵 Enjoys driftwood, rocks, and cave structures for hiding

🏠 Tank Requirements

• 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
• 🪵 Multiple caves for individual territories
• 🌊 Moderate water flow with strong filtration
• 💡 Dim to moderate lighting

💧 Water Parameters

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

🍽️ Diet

• 🍤 Protein-rich diet: sinking carnivore pellets, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp
• 🐚 Occasional live or frozen meaty foods
• 🌿 Minimal vegetable matter

🔍 Sexing

• 👨 Males: Broader head, extended odontodes on pectoral fins
• 👩 Females: Rounder, fuller body, especially when carrying eggs

📋 Overview Table

✨ Snippet:

• 🌟 Rare albino variant with maze-like golden pattern
• 🪵 Needs caves and hiding spots
• 🌊 Thrives in warm, oxygen-rich water
• 🐟 Peaceful and visually striking in community tanks