L258 Difficult

Parancistrus

Parancistrus sp.
L-number
L258
Size
15 cm
Temperature
26–30 °C
pH
6–7
Origin
Brasilien (Rio Iriri, Pará)
Temperament
Peaceful
Spawning behavior
Cave spawner
Active time
Unknown

Description

Parancistrus sp. (L258) is an L-catfish from Brazil (Rio Iriri, Pará). The species reaches about 15 cm, is best kept at 26–30 °C and pH 6–7. In the aquarium it mainly eats algae, vegetables, wood.

Aquarium & care

Keep stable water values around 26–30 °C and pH 6–7. Good oxygenation and distinct water flow are recommended. Offer several hiding places and caves near the bottom. Roots or wood should be present in the aquarium. Feed a varied diet of algae, vegetables, wood.

Breeding

No information yet.

Feeding

algae, vegetables, wood

Origin

Brasilien (Rio Iriri, Pará)