{"product_id":"l306-blood-red-tiger-pleco-hypancistrus-sp-l306-tank-bred","title":"L306 Blood Red Tiger Pleco (Hypancistrus sp. L306) – Tank Bred","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe L306 Blood Red Tiger Pleco is a striking, tank-bred Hypancistrus prized for its bold maze-like pattern of deep reddish-orange and dark charcoal markings. Unlike many plecos that blend into their surroundings, the L306 Blood Red Tiger Pleco stands out as a living work of art, with each individual displaying a unique pattern that becomes even more impressive as the fish matures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe L306 Blood Red Tiger Plecos offered by Aquatic Arts are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etank bred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing hobbyists with healthy, aquarium-acclimated fish that readily adapt to life in well-established freshwater aquariums. Their manageable adult size, fascinating behavior, and spectacular coloration have made them one of the most desirable Hypancistrus species among pleco enthusiasts and collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough primarily nocturnal, L306 Blood Red Tiger Plecos become increasingly confident in mature aquariums filled with caves, driftwood, and rocky structure. As they emerge to forage, explore territories, or defend a favorite cave, they provide an entirely different type of activity than open-water fish, rewarding patient hobbyists with fascinating natural behaviors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether maintained as the centerpiece of a South American-inspired aquarium, incorporated into a peaceful community of compatible fish, or utilized in a dedicated breeding project, the L306 Blood Red Tiger Pleco combines exceptional coloration, manageable size, and engaging personality. For aquarists looking to add a truly distinctive bottom-dwelling fish to their collection, few plecos are as rewarding as the L306 Blood Red Tiger Pleco.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat We Love About This Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stunning blood red and dark tiger pattern with each fish displaying a unique appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Tank-bred and well acclimated to aquarium life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Fascinating cave-dwelling behavior that rewards patient observation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Excellent centerpiece pleco for South American aquariums, collector displays, and breeding projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peaceful to Semi-Territorial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivore (Sinking Carnivore Pellets, Frozen Foods, Live Foods, Repashy, Driftwood Biofilm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 4–5 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