Baryancistrus
sp. (L047) |
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contributors to this species: |
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Danny Blundell (2) Allan James (4)
Yann Fulliquet (1) |
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| Relevant
Informarion: |
L047 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 L047 can prove to be territorial. |
| Common
Name: |
L
047, Magnum Pleco |
| Synonyms: |
None |
| Family: |
Loricariidae
ycipitidae |
| Distribution: |
Brazil:
Pará, Rio Xingu (Altamira), Rio Iriri to the upper course
of the Rio Curuá |
| Size:
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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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 Baryancistrus
sp.
(L047)
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 Baryancistrus
sp.
(L047)
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 Baryancistrus
sp.
(L047)
Juvenile
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 Baryancistrus
sp.
(L047)
Juvenile
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 Baryancistrus
sp.
(L047)
Juvenile
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 Baryancistrus
sp.
(L047)
Juvenile
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 Baryancistrus
sp.
(L047)
Juvenile
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