King Tiger Pleco

Hypancistrus sp.

Also known as: L66

A scribble-patterned Hypancistrus known only by its code, L066 — still undescribed by science.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

78–86°F

pH

6–7.5

Hardness

2–12 dGH

Max size

5.5 in

Min tank

40 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Solitary

Swim level

Bottom

Diet

Carnivore

Care level

Advanced

Lifespan

8-12 years

Breeding

Cave-spawner

Suitability

Advanced

Origin

Rio Xingu / Rio Tocantins, Brazil

The King Tiger is a perfect example of a fish the trade tracks entirely by L-number because it has no formal scientific name yet. We flag it as an undescribed 'form' rather than pretending it's a named species.