L098
Unknown
Zebra Pleco
Hypancistrus zebra
L-number
L098
Size
8 cm
Temperature
28–32 °C
pH
6–7.5
Origin
Brasilien (Rio Xingu)
Temperament
Unknown
Spawning behavior
Cave spawner
Active time
Unknown
Description
Hypancistrus zebra (L098), often called Zebra Pleco, is an L-catfish from Brazil (Rio Xingu). The species reaches about 8 cm, best kept at 28–32 °C and pH 6–7.5. In the aquarium it primarily eats meat, shrimp, mussels.
Aquarium & care
Keep stable water values around 28–32 °C and pH 6–7.5. Offer several hiding places and caves near the bottom. Feed varied with meat, shrimp, mussels.
Breeding
No information yet.
Feeding
meat, shrimp, mussels
Origin
Brasilien (Rio Xingu)