The Alenquer Tiger Pleco (L397) is a small, colorful freshwater catfish prized for its vibrant stripes and peaceful nature. Ideal for planted tanks, it thrives in warm, soft water with driftwood for grazing and hiding.
These fish are not as readily available as other plecos, thus, the higher price tag.

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Features of Panaqolus sp. L397 – Alenquer Tiger Pleco:

• Bold orange body with dark tiger-like stripes

• Hard, armored body with protective scutes

• Suckermouth for clinging to surfaces and grazing

Best Aquarium Size for Panaqolus sp. L397 – Alenquer Tiger Pleco:

Panaqolus sp. L397 – Alenquer Tiger Pleco can do well in a tank of 75L or larger. However, it depends on the size of your pleco. Also, if you want to set up a community tank, you have to increase the tank size.

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Tank Mate Compatibility:

Panaqolus sp. L397 – Alenquer Tiger Pleco can be kept in community tanks. Do not add larger or more active bottom-dwellers. Because of the passive nature of the Panaqolus sp. L397 – Alenquer Tiger Pleco, its often out-competed for food.

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• Platies

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Feeding :

Panaqolus sp. L397 – Alenquer Tiger Pleco dobest on a high-protein diet.Offer them a steady diet of algae wafers and frozen or live bloodworms and they will meet all of their nutritional requirements. We recommend theAlgae Wafers from Hikari,Fluval Bug Bites Algae Crisps,Vitalis Catfish PelletsandSera Catfish Chips Wafers with Wood.

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PlecoTank Setup:

Aquarium Filtration

A goodfiltration systemis necessary.Remove the wasteas early as possible for a clean aquarium. With the help of a strong filtration system, this task becomes easy.Make sure the filter matches with your tank size.

Here are some great ones to consider:

• 307 Performance Canister Filter By Fluval
• Classic External Canister Filter 2215 (350)By EHEIM
• Aqua One 1000 External Canister Filter

Air Pumps or Bladders

Air pumps or bladders are recommended. Panaqolus sp. L397 – Alenquer Tiger Pleco like a stronger current, so make sure the filters outlet can meet that need. You can search for an idealPumpfor your tank in our online shop.

Plants forPlecos

There are no strict cultivars that these fish prefer. So, get creative and add a variety of plants that fit this environment.

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Decorations forPlecos

You may put some driftwood, rock caves,terra cotta spots or tubes in the aquarium.They love staying hidden in holes.

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Lighting

Install a safe aquariumlighting systeminside so that you can keep an eye on the fish when feeding them. Sufficient light is also important for the growth of your live plants.

Substrate

Sandis the preferred substrate because its closer to whats found in the wild and is less abrasive on their bellies.

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