L518
Difficult
Hypancistrus
Hypancistrus sp.
L-number
L518
Size
9 cm
Temperature
27–30 °C
pH
6–7
Origin
Brasilien (Rio Tapajós)
Temperament
Peaceful
Spawning behavior
Cave spawner
Active time
Unknown
Description
Hypancistrus sp. (L518) is an L-catfish from Brazil (Rio Tapajós). The species reaches about 9 cm, is best kept at 27–30 °C and pH 6–7. In the aquarium it mainly eats meat, shrimp, pellets.
Aquarium & care
Keep stable water values around 27–30 °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
Brasilien (Rio Tapajós)