Fish Species
L306 Blood Red Tiger Pleco
Panaqolus claustellifer
About
The L306 Blood Red Tiger Pleco is Panaqolus claustellifer, a small wood-grazing loricariid from the Takutu/Rio Branco drainage. It feeds heavily on wood-associated biofilm and plant material, so driftwood is an essential part of its setup. It remains relatively small and is generally peaceful, though males may defend breeding caves.
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Classification
Scientific Name
Panaqolus claustellifer
Origin Region
Takutu River and Rio Branco drainage, Guyana and Brazil
Water Type
freshwater
Diet
Herbivore
Care Difficulty
Intermediate
Max Size
13 cm | 5.1 in
Water Requirements
Amazon BasinTemperature
24–29°C
pH
5.5–7
GH Hardness
1–8dGH
KH Alkalinity
1–4dKH
Min Tank Size
120L