L454
Difficult
Hypancistrus
Hypancistrus sp.
L-number
L454
Size
9 cm
Temperature
26–30 °C
pH
6–7
Origin
Colombia (Río Atabapo)
Temperament
Peaceful
Spawning behavior
Cave spawner
Active time
Unknown
Description
Hypancistrus sp. (L454) is an L-catfish from Colombia (Río Atabapo). The species reaches about 9 cm, is best kept at 26–30 °C and pH 6–7. In the aquarium it mainly eats meat, shrimp, pellets.
Aquarium & care
Keep stable water values around 26–30 °C and pH 6–7. Good oxygenation and clear water movement are recommended. Offer several hiding places and caves near the bottom. Feed a varied diet of meat, shrimp, pellets.
Breeding
No information yet.
Feeding
meat, shrimp, pellets
Origin
Colombia (Río Atabapo)