L066 King Tiger Pleco x L260 Queen Arabesque Pleco - Hybrid

🐟 L066 King Tiger Pleco x L260 Queen Arabesque Pleco — Hybrid

This hybrid combines the striking patterns of the L066 King Tiger Pleco (Hypancistrus seideli) with the intricate and elegant markings of the L260 Queen Arabesque Pleco (Hypancistrus sp.). Resulting offspring display a unique blend of tiger stripes and arabesque swirls, making them highly sought after by pleco enthusiasts. Like their parents, these hybrids prefer well-oxygenated water, moderate flow, and plenty of hiding places.

🔍 Quick Facts

• 🧬 Parent Species: Hypancistrus seideli (L066) × Hypancistrus sp. (L260)
• 🏷️ Common Name: King Tiger x Queen Arabesque Hybrid
• 🌍 Origin: South America (wild parent species)
• 📏 Max Size: 5–7 inches (13–18 cm)
• 🧪 Lifespan: 8–12 years

🕊️ Behavior & Temperament

• 🐟 Peaceful but territorial, especially toward conspecifics and similar species
• 🪵 Prefers caves, driftwood, and crevices for hiding
• 🌙 Mostly nocturnal

🏡 Tank Requirements

• 🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 30+ gallons
• 💨 Moderate water flow with excellent filtration
• 🌡️ Temperature: 77–82°F (25–28°C)
• ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
• 💧 Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet

• 🥬 Omnivorous — prefers protein-rich foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and quality pellets

📊 Overview Table

📝 Snippet
The hybrid between L066 King Tiger Pleco and L260 Queen Arabesque Pleco combines the best of both species’ patterns and temperaments, making for a uniquely beautiful and manageable pleco.