King Tiger Pleco

🔥 King Tiger Pleco (Hypancistrus sp. L066 / L333 complex)
Bring striking contrast and premium character to your aquarium with the stunning King Tiger Pleco. Hypancistrus sp. L066 Known for its bold black-and-white striping and compact, high-end pleco profile, this species is a favourite among aquascapers and serious hobbyists. Unlike common algae-eating plecos, the King Tiger Pleco is a peaceful, nocturnal bottom dweller that adds luxury detail and movement to rockwork and caves.

🌿 Why Choose King Tiger Pleco?
🎨 Bold black-and-white tiger-style striping (each fish uniquely patterned)
🐠 Compact pleco species ideal for aquascaped tanks
🪨 Cave-dwelling behaviour adds natural interest and structure use
🌿 Peaceful, rare, and highly sought-after ornamental catfish
⭐ Excellent choice for premium aquascapes and display tanks

In a well-structured aquarium, King Tiger Plecos spend their time exploring caves, driftwood, and shaded areas, emerging at dusk with calm, deliberate movement.

📏 Care Requirements
🧬 Scientific Name: Hypancistrus sp. (L066 / L333 group)
📛 Common Name: King Tiger Pleco
🏠 Tank Size: 100L+ (larger for groups)
📏 Adult Size: ~10–12 cm
🌡️ Temperature: 26–30°C
⚗️ pH Range: 6.0–7.5
🧘 Temperament: Peaceful (territorial with own caves)
🍽️ Diet: Sinking carnivore pellets, frozen foods, bloodworm, high-protein wafers
👥 Group Size: Best kept singly or in groups with multiple hiding spaces

King Tiger Plecos thrive in warm, oxygen-rich aquariums with strong filtration, plenty of caves, and driftwood for grazing and shelter.

🐠 Compatibility
Ideal for peaceful community aquariums with tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, and other non-aggressive species. Avoid large aggressive bottom dwellers or overly competitive plecos.

⚠️ Important Notes
This is not a traditional algae-cleaning pleco. It requires a protein-rich diet and stable water conditions. Each fish has a unique stripe pattern, making every specimen one of a kind.

A premium choice for UK aquarists looking for a rare, high-impact pleco with bold patterning and refined behaviour.