L473
Difficult
Leporacanthicus
Leporacanthicus sp.
L-number
L473
Size
25 cm
Temperature
25–29 °C
pH
6–7.5
Origin
Colombia (Río Atabapo)
Temperament
Unknown
Spawning behavior
Cave spawner
Active time
Unknown
Description
Leporacanthicus sp. (L473) is an L-catfish from Colombia (Río Atabapo). The species reaches about 25 cm, is best kept at 25–29 °C and pH 6–7.5. In the aquarium it primarily eats meat, shrimp, mussels.
Aquarium & care
Keep stable water values around 25–29 °C and pH 6–7.5. Good oxygenation and clear water movement are recommended. Offer several hiding places and caves near the bottom. Feed a varied diet of meat, shrimp, mussels.
Breeding
No information yet.
Feeding
meat, shrimp, mussels
Origin
Colombia (Río Atabapo)