L168 - Dekeyseria Brachyura
⚠️ Level: Medium — a beautifully marked, herbivorous armored catfish.
L168 / L52 - Dekeyseria Brachyura, also known as the Butterfly Pleco, is a beautifully marked armored catfish that, with a length of up to 14 cm, is suitable for medium to large aquariums. Unlike many other catfish species, this one is primarily herbivorous.
🐠 Animal Specifications
| Max. length | ±14 cm |
| Temperature | 25–28°C |
| pH | 5.5–7.0 |
| Min. aquarium length | 120 cm |
| Diet | Herbivore |
| Husbandry | Alone or with multiple |
| Breeding behavior | Cave spawner |
| Origin | South America |
| Family | Loricariidae |
| Other name | Butterfly Pleco |
| Difficulty | ⭐⭐ Medium |
🏪 Collection & Guarantee
- Only available for collection at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
- Feel free to inspect the fish thoroughly in the store when collecting
- Feel free to ask for advice on care or aquarium composition when collecting
✂️ Care
Feed mainly plant-based food such as vegetables and algae wafers, as this species is primarily herbivorous. Provide plenty of hiding places in the form of bogwood, rocks, or tubes — as a cave spawner, it greatly appreciates this.
🐠 Combination Tip
Can be kept alone or with multiple. Due to its size, it is best combined with other medium-sized, not too shy community fish.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does this catfish eat?
Mainly plant-based food such as vegetables and algae wafers — unlike many other catfish, this species is primarily herbivorous.
How large does this catfish get?
Up to about 14 cm — consider an aquarium of at least 120 cm.
Can I keep this catfish alone?
Yes, both alone and with multiple specimens is possible.
Do you have another question? Feel free to visit our 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.
