L499
Unknown
Hypancistrus
Hypancistrus sp.
L-number
L499
Size
9 cm
Temperature
26–30 °C
pH
5.5–7
Origin
Brasilien (Rio Padauari)
Temperament
Peaceful
Spawning behavior
Cave spawner
Active time
Unknown
Description
Hypancistrus sp. (L499) is an L-catfish from Brazil (Rio Padauari). The species reaches about 9 cm, is best kept at 26–30 °C and pH 5.5–7. In the aquarium it mainly eats meat, shrimp, pellets.
Aquarium & care
Keep stable water values around 26–30 °C and pH 5.5–7. 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 Padauari)