Ancistrus sp. (L480)
Photograph: Ingo Seidel
Breeding
Keeping
Current
IUCN
Not Evaluated
Size
(M) 10-12 cm / 4-5
Aquarium size
ab 60 cm / from 2 ft
pH-Value
pH 5,5-7,5
Conductivity
< 450 µS/cm
Temperature
25-29 °C / 77-84 °F
Names and synonyms
Juma bristlenose
References
Tanke, (2015);
In all probability, a rather small Ancistrus, which has a light-colored spotted pattern, similar to many brown bristlenose catfishes. Body slightly wider, and flattened. Juveniles have some white coloration on the edge of their dorsal and caudal fins.
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