Plecostomus Pekkolt
Plecostomus Peckolt, scientific classification Peckoltia sp. L288, belongs to the family Loricariidae (Mail catfish). Catfish is named after the German botanist and pharmacist Gustav Peckkolt, who published one of the first books about the flora and fauna of the Amazon in the late 19th century. The fish does not have an exact classification, therefore, in the scientific part of the name there is an alphabetic and numerical designation. Rarely seen in the hobby aquarium.
зміст
Навколишнє середовище
Comes from South America. Currently, catfish is known only in the small river Curua Uruara (Para do Uruara) in the state of Para, Brazil. It is a tributary of the Amazon, flowing into the main channel of the river in the lower reaches.
Коротка інформація:
- Обсяг акваріума – від 80 літрів.
- Температура – 26-30°С
- Значення pH — 5.0–7.0
- Жорсткість води – 1–10 dGH
- Тип підкладки – будь-який
- Освітлення – приглушене
- Солонувата вода – ні
- Рух води – легкий або помірний
- Розмір риби 9-10 см.
- Харчування – рослинна їжа, що тоне
- Темперамент - мирний
- Контент один або в групі
Опис
Adults reach a length of 9–10 cm. The fish has a triangular head profile, large fins and a forked tail. The body is covered with modified scales resembling plates with a rough surface. The first rays of the fins are noticeably thickened and look like sharp spikes. The color is yellow with black stripes. Sexual dimorphism is weakly expressed. Sexually mature females look somewhat stocky (wider) when viewed from above.
харчування
In nature, it feeds on plant foods – algae and soft parts of plants. The diet also includes small invertebrates and other zooplankton that inhabit the kelp beds. In a home aquarium, the diet should be appropriate. It is recommended to use specialized feed for herbivorous catfish containing all the necessary components.
Утримання та догляд, облаштування акваріума
The optimal size of an aquarium for one or two fish starts at 80 liters. The design is arbitrary, provided that there are several places for shelters formed from snags, thickets of plants or decorative objects (artificial grottoes, gorges, caves).
Successful keeping of Plecostomus Peckcolt depends on a number of factors. In addition to a balanced diet and suitable neighbors, maintaining stable water conditions within an acceptable temperature and hydrochemical range is essential. To do this, the aquarium is equipped with a productive filtration system and other necessary equipment, as well as regular cleaning procedures, replacing part of the water with fresh water, removing organic waste, etc.
Поведінка та сумісність
Peaceful calm catfish, which, thanks to its “armor”, is able to get along with rather restless species. However, it is advisable to select fish that are not overly aggressive and of comparable size in the water column or near the surface to avoid competition for bottom territory.
Розведення / розведення
At the time of writing, not enough information could be found on breeding this species in captivity, which is probably due to low popularity in the amateur aquarium hobby. The breeding strategy should be largely similar to other related species. With the onset of the mating season, the male occupies a site, the center of which is some kind of shelter or underwater cave / / hole. After a short courtship, the fish form a clutch. The male stays nearby to protect future offspring until the fry appear.
Хвороби риб
Причиною більшості захворювань є невідповідні умови утримання. Стабільне середовище проживання стане запорукою успішного утримання. При появі симптомів захворювання в першу чергу необхідно перевірити якість води і при виявленні відхилень вжити заходів для виправлення ситуації. Якщо симптоми не зникають або навіть погіршуються, знадобиться медичне лікування. Детальніше про симптоми і лікування читайте в розділі Хвороби акваріумних риб.
