A beautifully marked “tiger” pleco of the genus Panaqolus, the L398 was only recently described scientifically as P. tankei. Originating from the clear, fast-moving waters of the lower Xingu, L398 tends to be found in and around sunken trees and large patches of driftwood in the wild. Like its close relatives, it is a wood eater (xylivore) and in the aquarium should be provided with ample driftwood as well as other nutritious sinking foods like Aqua King Cichlid Herbivore, Hikari Cichlid Gold Sinking
L398 Pleco (Panaqolus tankei)
Origin: Wild Brazil
Locale: Lower Rio Xingu near Altamira
Diet: Primarily a wood and biofilm eater in the wild, should be offered a varied diet and plenty of driftwood in the aquarium
Adult Size: 5″
Recommended Tank Size: 30 gallons
Compatibility: Peaceful, can be territorial with similar species
Preferred Water Parameters
pH: 6.5 – 7.5
Temp: 78-82F
Ammonia: 0ppm
Nitrite: 0ppm
Nitrate: <30ppm
