L158
Difficult
Hypancistrus
Hypancistrus sp.
L-number
L158
Size
9 cm
Temperature
28–32 °C
pH
6–7
Origin
Brasilien (Rio Negro, Amazonas)
Temperament
Peaceful
Spawning behavior
Cave spawner
Active time
Unknown
Description
Hypancistrus sp. (L158) is an L-catfish from Brazil (Rio Negro, Amazonas). The species reaches about 9 cm, is best kept at 28–32 °C and pH 6–7. In the aquarium it eats mainly meat, shrimp, pellets.
Aquarium & care
Maintain stable water values around 28–32 °C and pH 6–7. Good oxygenation and clear water movement are recommended. Offer several hiding places and caves near the bottom. Feed varied with meat, shrimp, pellets.
Breeding
No information yet.
Feeding
meat, shrimp, pellets
Origin
Brasilien (Rio Negro, Amazonas)