Ancistrus sp. (L481)

Ancistrus sp. (L 481)
Photograph: Andreas Tanke
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IUCN
Not Evaluated
Size
(ML) 18-20 cm / 7-8”
Aquarium size
ab 120 cm / from 4 ft
pH-Value
pH 5,5-7,5
Conductivity
< 450 µS/cm
Temperature
25-29 °C / 77-84 °F
Names and synonyms
Abacaxis bristlenose
References
Tanke, (2015);
This very distinctive, up to 7.8 inches long Ancistrus has a yellowish brown body with a striking black pattern: black spots on the body and in the fins, and black wormlines on the head. Younger specimens with white fin seams.

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