Leopard Frog Pleco L134

Leopard Frog Pleco L134 – 3″: Plecos, or leopard frogs (scientific name: Peckoltia compta) is a species of freshwater fish that is also known by a few other names. They are sometimes referred to as the Imperial Tiger Pleco or the L134, which can sometimes be a bit confusing.

The largest population of this fish can be found in the tributaries of the Rio Jamaxim and Rio Tapajós in South America, primarily in Brazil.

They are very adaptable and can survive in waters with slow or fast currents. They typically use their suckermouth to search for food on rocks.

Most of the leopard frog plecos sold in aquariums are caught in the wild. Because of this, it might be hard to find them at your local fish store, and they might also cost a little more.

II. You would love this fish because…

The Leopard Frog Pleco has an absolutely stunning appearance. This species has a distinctive flair that we adore, despite the fact that they still have the classic “pleco” appearance.

The entire body of this fish has a yellow and black stripe pattern. The stripes on the body run more vertically, becoming wider toward the back, while those on the face and fins point straight back.

A Leopard Frog Pleco at the bottom of an aquarium Sometimes the yellow is bright and sometimes it’s more faded. This is only a matter of the specimen. However, yellow fish can be quite vibrant!

The Imperial Tiger Pleco looks like a pleco on the rest of their body. Their body becomes significantly thinner behind their dorsal fin, where it is thickest at the head.

They all have large fins that slant back quite a bit. When this fish rests on rocks, driftwood, or the substrate, which they frequently do, you’ll typically see them spread out. They have a neat appearance due to the semi-translucency of their fins’ very edges.

Lifespan A Leopard Frog Pleco typically lives between 8 and 10 years. For a fish of this size, this is a relatively long period of time.

Naturally, this lifespan is based on good care. The life expectancy of these fish will decrease if they are not kept in optimal conditions.

III. Is this fish species peaceful or hostile?

This species is generally peaceful, but it can be quite territorial toward its own kind and other species that are similar to it.

IV. Species compatibility

Medium sized characins, some of the more robust Corydoras catfish species, and many rheophilic cichlids.

V. How to feed this species?

Leopard Frog Pleco are not picky eaters and ought to eat anything that is offered to them. Provide them with high-quality flake or pellets for their primary diet, and supplement this with algae wafers. When they are young, they tend to choose more herbivorous foods, but as they get older, they will need more meat.