L239
Intermediate
Ancistrini
Ancistrini sp.
L-number
L239
Size
8 cm
Temperature
26–30 °C
pH
6–7.5
Origin
Venezuela (Rio Orinoco, Amazonas)
Temperament
Peaceful
Spawning behavior
Cave spawner
Active time
Unknown
Description
Ancistrini sp. (L239) is an L-catfish from Venezuela (Rio Orinoco, Amazonas). The species reaches about 8 cm, is best kept at 26–30 °C and pH 6–7.5. In the aquarium it mainly eats algae, vegetables, shrimp.
Aquarium & care
Keep stable water values around 26–30 °C and pH 6–7.5. Provide several hiding places and caves near the bottom. Feed a varied diet of algae, vegetables, shrimp.
Breeding
No information yet.
Feeding
algae, vegetables, shrimp
Origin
Venezuela (Rio Orinoco, Amazonas)