Cat-eLog Data Sheet
Scientific Name
Peckoltia sp. (L134) , 1993 - add this species to your "My Cats" page.
Common Name(s)
L134 , Leopard Frog Pleco
Pronunciation
peck OLE tea ah
Etymology
Named after Gustavo Peckolt, member of the Natural History Commission of Rondon.
Species Information
Size
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Identification
Although very variable in terms of patterning, this beautiful species is quite easy to identify. Younger fish have more background yellow colour and older fish are darker with more stripes.
Sexing
Males develop small teeth-like odontodes which adorn the leading pectoral fin rays and the back half of the fishes body. Females remain unadorned and have a wider girth across the body most evident when the area just behind the pectoral fins is viewed from above.
Habitat Information
Distribution
Pimental at the Rio Tapajós, Pará, Brazil Amazon , Tapajós (click on these areas to find other species found there)
pH
6.0 - 7.4
Temperature
24.0-28.0°C or 75.2-82.4°F (Show others )
Husbandry Information
Feeding
Omnivorous with a tendency towards meaty foods. Not an effective algae eater. Well fed individuals will not damage most plants.
Furniture
Rock piles and wood tangles. Plants are not vital.
Compatibility
Peaceful if a little territorial. As a rough guide give each fish a 12 inch square area well broken up with decorations.
Breeding
Cave spawner.
Further Information
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Last Update
2008-12-05 15:33:41 (species record created: 2001-05-05 00:00:00)