L124 - Peckoltia Sabaji
⚠️ Level: Moderate — a large, decorative armored catfish for a spacious aquarium.
L124 - Peckoltia Sabaji is a beautifully marked armored catfish that can grow quite large, up to 25 cm. A welcome algae and detritus cleaner for larger community aquariums.
🐠 Animal Specifications
| Max. length | ±25 cm |
| Temperature | 24–26°C |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Min. aquarium length | 150 cm |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Husbandry | Solo or multiple |
| Breeding behavior | Cave spawner |
| Origin | South America |
| Family | Loricariidae |
| Other names | L301, LDA002, L075, Para Pleco |
| Difficulty | ⭐⭐ Moderate |
🏪 Pickup & Guarantee
- Available for pickup only at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
- Feel free to inspect the fish thoroughly in the store upon pickup
- Upon pickup, feel free to ask for advice on care or aquarium setup
✂️ Care
Due to its size, this catfish requires a spacious aquarium of at least 150 cm. Provide plenty of hiding places in the form of driftwood, rocks, or tubes — as a cave spawner, it greatly appreciates this. Feed a varied diet of algae wafers, vegetables, and protein-rich food.
🐠 Combination Tip
Can be kept alone or in groups. Due to its size, it is best combined with other medium to large, not overly shy community fish.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How large does this catfish get?
Up to 25 cm — allow for a spacious aquarium of at least 150 cm.
Can I keep this catfish alone?
Yes, it can be kept alone or with multiple specimens.
What does this catfish eat?
An omnivorous diet of algae wafers, vegetables, and protein-rich food, varied for best health.
Have another question? Feel free to visit us in the store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
Why Aquarium Plant Shop?
- Many types of aquarium fish in stock.
- Pick up in store is possible 6 days a week.
- Livestock will not be shipped.
