L-039 Oyapock Pleco

L-039 Oyapock Pleco – A rare, beautifully patterned dwarf pleco from South America. Peaceful, hardy, and perfect for planted or community aquariums. Available now at RobsAquatics.com with live fish shipping.

Buy L-039 Oyapock Pleco Online – Peckoltia sp. (Oyapock)

Bring rarity and beauty to your aquarium with the L-039 Oyapock Pleco, a sought-after dwarf Loricariid catfish native to the Oyapock River along the border of Brazil and French Guiana. Known for its distinct striped pattern, manageable size, and peaceful nature, this pleco is ideal for aquarists who want a unique bottom-dweller that doesn’t outgrow the home aquarium. At RobsAquatics.com, you can order the L-039 Oyapock Pleco online with safe, reliable U.S. live fish shipping.

Appearance & Behavior

The L-039 Pleco features a striking gold and dark brown striped pattern across its body, giving it a bold yet refined look that stands out in planted or aquascaped tanks. Reaching around 4–5 inches in adulthood, this pleco stays smaller than many Loricariids, making it suitable for mid-sized aquariums. Peaceful and shy, it prefers hiding spots among driftwood, rock caves, and dense plant cover, but will emerge at night or during feeding.

Care & Tank Requirements

• Adult Size: 4–5 inches

• Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons

• Temperament: Peaceful, bottom-dweller

• Diet: Omnivore – accepts sinking algae wafers, prepared pleco foods, blanched vegetables (zucchini, cucumber), and protein-rich frozen foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp)

• Water Conditions:

  • Temperature: 76–82°F

  • pH: 6.0–7.5

  • Prefers soft to moderately hard water

The L-039 Oyapock Pleco thrives in aquariums with good water flow, oxygenation, and plenty of hiding spaces. Driftwood is especially important for their digestive health, as they rasp on wood in the wild.

Why Order L-039 Oyapock Pleco from Rob’s Aquatics?

• Rare South American pleco species not often available in the aquarium trade

• Hand-selected for health and quality, shipped safely across the U.S.

• Small adult size makes it suitable for most community aquariums

• Peaceful nature ensures compatibility with tetras, rasboras, corydoras, and dwarf cichlids

• Backed by RobsAquatics.com’s live-arrival guarantee and expert care support