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LDA081 Flame Tiger Pleco - (Peckoltia sp.)

LDA081 Flame Tiger Pleco - (Peckoltia sp.)

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LDA081 Flame Tiger Pleco - (Peckoltia sp.)
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🐟 LDA081 Flame Tiger Pleco – (Peckoltia sp.) – South American Pleco for Sale

The LDA081 Flame Tiger Pleco (Peckoltia sp.) is a stunning South American freshwater pleco featuring fiery orange to golden tones with bold black tiger-like stripes. Peaceful, hardy, and compact, this pleco is perfect for planted aquariums and community tanks, offering both ornamental beauty and effective algae control.


🔎 Quick Facts – LDA081 Flame Tiger Pleco

  • 📛 Common Name: Flame Tiger Pleco
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Peckoltia sp.
  • 🌍 Origin: South America (Amazon Basin)
  • 🎨 Appearance: Vibrant orange/gold base with striking black tiger stripes
  • 📏 Max Size: 4–5 inches (10–12 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: South American pleco for sale

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🤝 Peaceful and community-friendly
  • 🌿 Grazes on algae and biofilm, also accepts prepared foods
  • 🪶 Enjoys caves and hiding spots for security

🏠 Tank Requirements – Flame Tiger Pleco Care

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 30+ gallons
  • 🪵 Provide driftwood, caves, and smooth rocks for shelter and grazing
  • 🪨 Multiple hiding areas to mimic natural habitat
  • 🌊 Gentle to moderate water flow
  • 💡 Low to moderate lighting

💧 Water Parameters

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🍽️ Diet (Omnivorous)

  • 🌿 Algae wafers, blanched vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, spinach)
  • 🍤 Occasional protein: bloodworms, brine shrimp, sinking carnivore pellets

🔍 Sexing

  • 👨 Males: Slimmer with more pronounced odontodes
  • 👩 Females: Rounder body shape, especially when mature

📋 Overview Table – LDA081 Flame Tiger Pleco Care

Feature Details
🌍 Origin South America (Amazon Basin)
📏 Max Size 4–5 inches (10–12 cm)
😇 Temperament Peaceful, community-friendly
🏠 Tank Size 30+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temp 74–80°F (23–27°C)
🍽️ Diet Algae, vegetables, occasional protein
🎯 Ideal For Planted tanks, peaceful community aquariums

✨ Highlight:
The LDA081 Flame Tiger Pleco is a vibrant, striped pleco that adds a splash of color and personality to any aquarium while helping maintain algae control.

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