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LDA086 Orange Tiger Pleco - (Peckoltia wernekei)

LDA086 Orange Tiger Pleco - (Peckoltia wernekei)

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LDA086 Orange Tiger Pleco - (Peckoltia wernekei)
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🐟 LDA086 Orange Tiger Pleco – (Peckoltia wernekei) – South American Pleco for Sale

The LDA086 Orange Tiger Pleco (Peckoltia wernekei) is a stunning South American freshwater pleco admired for its bright orange base color contrasted with bold black tiger-like stripes. Peaceful, hardy, and relatively small in size, this pleco is ideal for planted aquariums and community tanks, offering both beauty and algae-grazing functionality.


🔎 Quick Facts – LDA086 Orange Tiger Pleco

  • 📛 Common Name: Orange Tiger Pleco
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Peckoltia wernekei
  • 🌍 Origin: South America (Rio Demini, Brazil)
  • 🎨 Appearance: Vibrant orange base with thick black tiger stripes and patterned fins
  • 📏 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 – Orange 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-bodied, especially when mature

📋 Overview Table – LDA086 Orange Tiger Pleco Care

Feature Details
🌍 Origin South America (Rio Demini, Brazil)
📏 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 LDA086 Orange Tiger Pleco is a vibrant, eye-catching pleco that adds bold color and unique striping to any aquarium while helping maintain a clean and balanced tank environment.

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