L134 Leopard Frog Pleco
The L134 Leopard Frog Pleco is a leopard frog pleco with contrasting dark and yellow-toned markings. It enjoys caves and warm, oxygen-rich water.
 
Key Features
Scientific Name: Peckoltia compta
Armoured bottom-dwelling catfish
Enjoys shelters and caves
Needs deliberate feeding
Adult Size: Around 11cm
 
Care Requirements
Temperature: 26–30°C
pH: 6.0–7.2
Recommended Tank Size: 120L or larger
Diet: Balanced omnivore sinking foods with suitable aquatic frozen foods and some vegetable matter
 
Temperament
Usually compatible with appropriately chosen fish, but may compete with other bottom dwellers for caves and food. Provide separate territories and monitor behaviour.
 
Notes
Use a mature aquarium with reliable filtration, high oxygen levels and regular partial water changes.
Provide multiple shelters, with extra space when keeping more than one fish.
Do not rely on algae or uneaten food as the complete diet.
Keep different L-number breeding strains separate to reduce hybridisation risk.