Ancistrus mullerae Bifi, Pavanelli & Zawadzki, 2009
Photograph: Ingo Seidel
Breeding
Keeping
Current
IUCN
1
Size
(M) 13-14 cm / 5-6"
Aquarium size
ab 100 cm / from 3 ft
pH-Value
pH 6-8
Conductivity
< 450 µS/cm
Temperature
22-28 °C / 72-82 °F
Names and synonyms
Muller's Bristlenose Catfish
References
Bifi, Pavanelli & Zawadzki (2009)
Medium-sized species, reminiscent of the Common Bristlenose Catfish. However, the coloration is grayer and the body shape is wider and more flattened. Light spots are mainly found on the head. Tentacles of the males are weakly developed.
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