{"product_id":"l333-king-tiger-pleco","title":"L333 King Tiger Pleco","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL333 King Tiger Pleco\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a visually striking Hypancistrus species known for its bold striped pattern. It is omnivorous but leans heavily toward protein-rich foods. Unlike wood-eating plecos, Hypancistrus sp. L333freshs do not require driftwood in their diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrimary Diet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Protein Sinking Pellets:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eServe as the main dietary staple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen \u0026amp; Live Foods:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIncludes bloodworms, brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and insect larvae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSupplemental Foods\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetables:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAccepts blanched zucchini, cucumber, and spinach occasionally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlgae Wafers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCan be offered as a minor dietary addition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNot required, but driftwood may provide hiding spots and enrichment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeeding Tips:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed after lights go out to align with nocturnal behavior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure multiple hiding spots to minimize territorial disputes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep water parameters stable; L333s are sensitive to poor water quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"arn_centered\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr id=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"arn_table_row_title2\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"arn_table_row2\"\u003eOmnivorous. They still prefer meaty food such as bloodworms, Gammarus and brine shrimp. Commercially prepared food such as sinking catfish food, Spirulina tabs are also avidly eaten.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr id=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"arn_table_row_title1\"\u003eFurniture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"arn_table_row1\"\u003eSand substrate and many caves or holes for the males to hide. Wood or plants are welcome but not necessary, the latter will sometimes be grazed upon to the long-term detriment of the plant.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr id=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"arn_table_row_title2\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"arn_table_row2\"\u003eVery good tankmate for any fish living at the top of the water column. More demanding of the aquarist if attempting to keep together with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCorydoras\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor other ground-living fish. Lightly territorial to conspecifics.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr id=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"arn_table_row_title1\"\u003eSuggested Tankmates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"arn_table_row1\"\u003eSmall tetras and other similar small fish. Also Corydoras. Care has to be taken to ensure that they get enough food, as they can be a bit shy and slow to grab food when younger. Established fishes are robust and can happily co-exist with more boisterous tankmates.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr id=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"arn_table_row_title2\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"arn_table_row2\"\u003eStraightforward. The male keeps about 50-80 eggs in his hole. The fry leave the parental home at about 14 days and can easily be feed with tablets and frozen foods. Use a neutral pH and very soft water, temperature should be around 30 Celsius.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Angel Exotix Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64675614982521,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0908\/6743\/3849\/files\/L333-Pleco-King-Tiger-Pleco-_-Hypancistrus-sp-1500x1500.jpg?v=1790030585","url":"https:\/\/angelexotix.com\/products\/l333-king-tiger-pleco","provider":"Angel Exotix Aquarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}