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Hypostomus sp. "Rio Formoso"

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Another interesting species from the Rio Formoso is the Formoso Pleco (Hypostomus sp. Rio Formoso). This is a large species. We observed specimens more than 60 cm long. But smaller fish we only found in the small rivers. (Petersen, P.). The Hypostomus genus has 7 soft rays to the dorsal fin whereas the similar looking Pterygoplichthys species have 10 soft dorsal fin rays. Aquarium Care: As with most of this genus, will do well in a larger aquarium, with the aquarium well filtered. Water parameters can be quite diverse for this genera. Diet: Omnivore with a liking for green, tablet and frozen foods.

Common Name:

Formoso Pleco

Synonyms:

None

Family:

Loricariidae

Distribution:

South America: Rio Formoso in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.

Size:

50.0cm. (20ins)

Temp:

20-24°c (67-75°f.)

p.H.

6.5-7.5.

Reference:

Petersen P. amazonas.dk

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Hypostomus sp. "Rio Formoso"

Hypostomus sp. "Rio Formoso"
Dorsal view

Hypostomus sp. "Rio Formoso"
Mouth view

Hypostomus sp. "Rio Formoso"
In shallow waters larger specimens look greenish in colour

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