L333 King Tiger Pleco (4-5cm)

L333 Pleco (Hypancistrus sp. L333)

A small and beautifully patterned pleco with a dark body covered in irregular pale yellow and white squiggles, the L333 (also known as the Yellow-Brown Checkerboard Pleco) is a manageable and peaceful catfish. Mostly carnivorous and fond of clean, warm water, it's a fantastic addition to medium community and planted tanks.

Care at a Glance:

• Minimum Tank Size: 100L with caves, driftwood, and moderate flow
• Temperature: 26–30°C
• pH Range: 6.0–7.0
• Water Hardness: Soft to moderate
• Temperament: Peaceful, bottom-dwelling, can be territorial with own kind
• Diet: Sinking pellets, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, blackworms
• Max Size: 12–15cm
• Lifespan: 8–10+ years
• Care Level: Easy to moderate

Tank Mates: Peaceful community fish such as tetras, rasboras, corydoras, and dwarf cichlids; provide multiple caves if keeping more than one.

Origin: South America — Rio Xingu basin (Brazil)