{"product_id":"l397-alenquer-tiger-pleco-panaqolus-sp","title":"L397 Alenquer Tiger Pleco - Panaqolus Sp.","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1oa399b\" data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"589\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eL397 Alenquer Tiger Pleco – \u003cem data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"580\"\u003ePanaqolus\u003c\/em\u003e sp. L397\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"77mjg\" data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"603\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"637\"\u003eL397 Alenquer Tiger Pleco\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking small to medium L-number pleco with bold orange, tan and black tiger-style banding across the body and fins. Also sold as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"798\"\u003eL397 Tiger Pleco\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eAlenquer Tiger Plec\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"846\"\u003eRed Tiger Pleco\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"859\"\u003ePanaqolus\u003c\/em\u003e sp. L397 is a superb choice for aquarists wanting a colourful wood-grazing pleco that stays far more manageable than common or sailfin plecs. It is peaceful with most suitable community fish, but males can be territorial over caves, food and favourite pieces of wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18rclky\" data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eKey Identification:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e L397 Alenquer Tiger Pleco\u003cbr data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alenquer Tiger Plec, L397 Tiger Pleco, Red Tiger Pleco, Tiger Panaqolus, L397 Pleco\u003cbr data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003ePanaqolus\u003c\/em\u003e sp. L397\u003cbr data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eFish Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pleco \/ Loricariid Catfish\u003cbr data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13oemwk\" data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eNatural Range \u0026amp; Habitat:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003eThe L397 Alenquer Tiger Pleco is a Brazilian \u003cem data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003ePanaqolus\u003c\/em\u003e species traded under an L-number rather than a formal species name. Specialist trade references commonly associate it with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003elower Amazon region of Brazil\u003c\/strong\u003e, with some listing the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003eRio Curuá-Una\u003c\/strong\u003e or the wider \u003cstrong data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003eAlenquer \/ lower Amazon area\u003c\/strong\u003e as its origin. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"2048\"\u003eIn nature, \u003cem data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003ePanaqolus\u003c\/em\u003e plecos are strongly associated with submerged wood, root tangles, rocky shelters and flowing river habitats. In the aquarium, they need plenty of bogwood to graze, hide under and use as part of their digestive routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1k4fj4a\" data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Adult Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2416\"\u003eL397 is one of the most attractive smaller \u003cem data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003ePanaqolus\u003c\/em\u003e types, with bright orange to yellow-orange bands broken by dark brown or black striping. Juveniles are often especially vivid, while adults may develop a denser, more complex pattern with age. The head often shows finer worm-like lines, while the fins carry bold contrasting bands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2710\"\u003eAdults usually reach around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2458\"\u003e10–13 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, with some care sources giving a potential range up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2523\"\u003e15 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e. This makes it much more manageable than many large plecos, but still large and territorial enough to need proper floor space, caves and filtration. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zee6g1\" data-start=\"2712\" data-end=\"2736\"\u003eAquarium Suitability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"3037\"\u003eThis is an excellent pleco for a mature tropical community aquarium, specialist pleco setup or South American-style tank. It needs wood, caves, smooth rockwork and shaded areas, plus open routes along the bottom. It can be kept in planted aquariums, although soft plants may be rasped or disturbed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3039\" data-end=\"3202\"\u003eL397 is not a “glass cleaner” and should not be bought just to remove algae. It is a wood-grazing catfish that needs a proper diet, stable water and hiding places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jzuw08\" data-start=\"3204\" data-end=\"3233\"\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3234\" data-end=\"3472\"\u003eA practical minimum is \u003cstrong data-start=\"3257\" data-end=\"3290\"\u003e120 litres for a single adult\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"3297\" data-end=\"3319\"\u003e180 litres or more\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred for a pair, group or community setup. If keeping multiple L397s, provide several caves and wood pieces so each fish can claim its own shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"pl4gsq\" data-start=\"3474\" data-end=\"3494\"\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3495\" data-end=\"3919\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3495\" data-end=\"3511\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–29°C\u003cbr data-start=\"3519\" data-end=\"3522\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3522\" data-end=\"3529\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"3537\" data-end=\"3540\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3540\" data-end=\"3553\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard; avoid unstable extremes\u003cbr data-start=\"3602\" data-end=\"3605\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3605\" data-end=\"3626\"\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide warm, clean, well-oxygenated water with good filtration and regular water changes. A moderate flow is useful, especially in pleco-focused setups. Avoid dirty substrate, high nitrate and newly set-up aquariums. Captive-bred fish are usually adaptable, but stability is still important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"3rlnm7\" data-start=\"3921\" data-end=\"3949\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Tank Mates:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3950\" data-end=\"3989\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3950\" data-end=\"3972\"\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Community Fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3991\" data-end=\"4352\"\u003eL397 Alenquer Tiger Plecos are peaceful towards most midwater fish, but they can be territorial with other plecos, especially males competing for caves. Suitable tank mates include tetras, rasboras, pencilfish, hatchetfish, peaceful barbs, rainbowfish, Cory-type catfish in suitable setups, dwarf cichlids and other calm community fish that will not bully them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4354\" data-end=\"4768\"\u003eAvoid aggressive cichlids, large predatory fish, very boisterous bottom-dwellers and other plecos if there is not enough space or shelter. They may be kept singly, as a pair, or in a group in a larger aquarium with plenty of caves and visual barriers. Retail care guidance commonly describes them as peaceful, but notes territorial behaviour between males and around shelters. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ah6yd9\" data-start=\"4770\" data-end=\"4781\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4782\" data-end=\"5103\"\u003eL397 is a wood-grazing omnivore with a strong need for vegetable and wood-based foods. Keep several pieces of bogwood in the aquarium at all times. Offer algae wafers, pleco tablets, vegetable-based sinking pellets, spirulina foods and occasional blanched courgette, cucumber, sweet potato or other suitable vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5105\" data-end=\"5525\"\u003eSmall amounts of protein foods such as frozen bloodworm, brineshrimp, daphnia, krill or quality carnivore pellets can be offered occasionally, but the diet should not be too rich in meaty foods. Too much protein and too little fibre can cause digestive problems in \u003cem data-start=\"5370\" data-end=\"5381\"\u003ePanaqolus\u003c\/em\u003e species. Specialist L397 guidance specifically notes the importance of wood and a mainly vegetarian diet. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2vr35r\" data-start=\"5527\" data-end=\"5556\"\u003eBehaviour in the Aquarium:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5557\" data-end=\"5898\"\u003eThis is a mostly lower-level pleco that spends much of the day in caves, under wood or in shaded areas, becoming more visible at feeding time or after lights dim. Settled individuals may graze openly on wood, stones and prepared foods. Males may guard caves and, if breeding occurs, the male typically tends the eggs inside a chosen shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gyou4p\" data-start=\"5900\" data-end=\"5914\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5915\" data-end=\"6305\"\u003eProvide real bogwood, not just ornaments. Offer more caves than fish if keeping multiple plecos. Maintain good water quality and avoid overfeeding rich foods. Make sure the fish is not outcompeted at night by faster bottom feeders. Juveniles may arrive brightly coloured, but pattern can change as they mature. Use smooth décor and avoid sharp rocks that could damage the underside or fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"iot6fl\" data-start=\"6307\" data-end=\"6326\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6327\" data-end=\"6351\"\u003eBeginner to intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1c7763y\" data-start=\"6353\" data-end=\"6369\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6370\" data-end=\"6446\"\u003eOccasional \/ Specialist L-number pleco \/ Captive-bred increasingly available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1x39ni3\" data-start=\"6448\" data-end=\"6468\"\u003eImage Disclaimer:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6469\" data-end=\"6664\"\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. 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