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Greedo pleco

Peckoltia greedoi

Also known as greedo fish, greedo catfish, greedo peckoltia

This is a small reddish brown armoured catfish with three dark saddles across its back and dark bands on the tail. Scientists named it after Greedo from Star Wars because of its face. It stays small, so it suits a modest community tank with clean, well-oxygenated water.

Care at a glance

Care level

Moderate

Temperament

Peaceful

Adult size

7 cm

Temperature

25 to 30 °C

pH

6 to 7.5

Smallest tank

60 litres

Keep as

Single or a small group with plenty of caves

Diet

Omnivore: sinking pellets and wafers, frozen bloodworm and brine shrimp, some vegetables

Swims

Bottom of the tank

Lifespan

8 to 12 years

Water

Freshwater

Wild range

Brazil: Rio Gurupí drainage

Breeding

Like other Peckoltia it probably spawns in caves, and the male guards the eggs. There are few or no confirmed captive breeding reports, as the species is rarely seen in the trade.

Good to know

It was only described in 2015 and is rarely exported, so fish sold under this name may be other saddled Peckoltia. Give it caves and a strong current, and keep it away from large, boisterous tankmates.