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Oligancistrus sp. (L030)
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Relevant Information: In its natural habitat it is found with other Oligancistrus species and also species of the Parancistrus and Spectracanthus genera. Can be identified from other Oligancistrus species by the spots on the head and the shallow dorsal fin. As in the Parancistrus and Spectracanthus genera the dorsal and adipose fins are connected by a membrane. Aquarium Care: Should be no problem in the aquarium but would need a strong current and oxygen rich water due to the high temperatures enjoyed by this genus. Sexual Differences: Males have a longer and broader head and a larger growth of odontodes behind the gill covers and on the pectoral fin spines. Diet: Omnivore. A varied diet with both vegetable and other foods such as tablet and frozen.
Common Name: Peppermint Pleco, L030
Synonyms: None
Family: Loricariidae ycipitidae
Distribution: Brazil: Pará, Rio Xingu (Altamira)
Size: 15cm. (6ins)
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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Oligancistrus sp. (L030)

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