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Baryancistrus sp. (L142)

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Allan James (1) Piranha-Info.com (3) Johnny Jensen's Photographic Library (4) Yann Fulliquet (1) Robin Warne (3) Graham Carr (1)

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LDA033 and L142 are one and the same fish. Description: Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7 7. Distinguished from all other ancistrins by having the dorsal and adipose fins connected by an expanded posterior section of the dorsal-fin membrane. Aquarium Care: Can be problematic, especially with inexperienced aquarists, not a beginners fish. As of most of this genera the adults can be extremely territorial, especially with their own kind and other species of Baryancistrus. Prefers higher temperatures. Sexual Differences: Mature males have a broader and longer head and longer pectoral fin spines. Diet: Vegetarian diet such as cucumber and courgette will suffice with other foods offered such as frozen bloodworm, insect larvae and prawns/shrimp foods.

Common Name:

LDA033, L142, Big White Spot Pleco

Synonyms:

None

Family:

Loricariidae

Distribution:

Brazil: Pará, RioTapajós (Pimental-Itaituba).

Size:

25.0cm. (10ins)

Temp:

25-30°c (77-87°f.)

p.H.

6.0-7.2.

Reference:

Seidel, I. 2008. Back to Nature guide to L-catfishes, Ettlingen, Germany 208 p

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Baryancistrus sp. (L142/LDA033)

Baryancistrus sp. (L142/LDA033)

Baryancistrus sp. (L142/LDA033)
Juvenile

Baryancistrus sp. (L142/LDA033)
Dorsal view

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