L015 Candy Stripe Pleco - 3.5cm (Peckoltia vittata) (Live Fish)

The Candy Stripe Pleco is a striking freshwater catfish with a dark brown to black body decorated with contrasting cream or yellowish stripes. It has a flattened, armored body, a broad head, and a sucker-shaped mouth adapted for clinging to surfaces and grazing on algae and biofilm.

Common names: Candy Stripe Pleco, Candy Striped Pleco, Striped Peckoltia, L015
Scientific name: Peckoltia vittata
Approximate size: 11–14 cm
Temperament: Peaceful; may become territorial toward other bottom-dwelling plecos, especially when space is limited
Recommended tank size: 100–120 L or larger
Diet: Omnivorous; algae and biofilm, sinking foods, vegetables, and occasional bloodworms or brine shrimp
Origin: South America, including the Amazon Basin of Brazil
Basic care information: Provide caves, driftwood, rocks, and good water circulation with excellent filtration and oxygenation. A varied diet is recommended rather than relying on algae alone. Suitable for peaceful community aquariums.