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Baryancistrus sp (L 018)
Image contributors to this species:
Allan Sim (2) Danny Blundell (1) Damnyankee (1) Dave Brough (2) Yann Fulliquet (1)
ScotCat Sources:
Etymology = Genus
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Relevant Information: Pictures of L 085 are adult specimens of L 018. Similar species are L 081 and L 177. Belongs to the Baryancistrus genus which are large and high backed. They have a large suckermouth with a high number of slender and long stemmed teeth. A small membrane lies behind the last ray of the dorsal fin which joins the anal fin. Found in shallow fast flowing areas of water with a stony substrate. Sexual Differences: Mature males have a broader and longer head and longer pectoral fin spines. Diet: Vegetarian diet, and will also eat plants in the aquarium. Prefers higher temperatures. Adults of L018 can prove to be extremely territorial.
Common Name: L018, L085, LDA60, Gold Nugget Pleco
Synonyms: None
Family: Loricariidae ycipitidae
Distribution: Brazil: Pará, Rio Xingu (Altamira)
Size: 35.0cm. (14ins)
Temp: 26-30°c (79-87°f.)
p.H. 6.0-7.2.
Reference: Seidel, Ingo; Back to Nature guide to L-catfishes 208 p

 

 

      

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Family:  Loricariidae

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