Jungle Royalty. Bold Stripes. Collector’s Gold.

This isn’t just a bottom-dweller—it’s a living piece of rainforest art. The Colombian Tiger Pleco rocks fierce black-and-gold tiger striping and a compact body that fits into almost any aquascape. Peaceful, photogenic, and rare in the hobby, it’s a must-have for planted tanks and pleco collectors alike.

Colombian T Pleco (L147)

$50.00

Water Parameters

Temp: 78–84°F

pH: 6.4–7.4

GH: 4–10

KH: 2–6

Flow: Moderate to strong, well-oxygenated

Tank Setup

Min tank: 15–20 gallons

Décor: Driftwood, caves, low-light hiding spots

Substrate: Sand or smooth gravel

Tankmates: Peaceful fish, shrimp-safe

Behavior: Nocturnal but trainable to daytime feeding

Diet

Staples: Sinking carnivore pellets, Repashy, shrimp sticks

Treats: Frozen/live bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia

Veggies: Shelled peas, zucchini, spinach

Feeding Tip: Feed after lights out for best results

Breeding Potential

Type: Cave spawner

Method: Males trap females, guard eggs

Clutch Size: 12–20 eggs

Timeline: Fry emerge in ~6–8 days, free-swimming by day 10