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Name
Scientific name
Hemiancistrus sp.
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Loricariidae
Common names
Blue Phantom Plec, L128
Photograph credits
All 1 credited
Summary
The blue phantom plec (L128) is a suckermouth catfish known only from the northern Rio Orinoco drainage in Venezuela. Its identity is unres…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
180mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 120 cm, Minimum depth 30 cm, Minimum height 30 cm
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 25–30°C, pH 6–7
Hardness
2–12dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Not recorded
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Not recorded
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Known only from the northern Rio Orinoco drainage, Venezuela.
Habitat
Inhabits flowing waters with rocky substrates, where it lives amongst the rocks.
Aquarium size
120 ∗ 30 ∗ 30 cm - ~108 litres.
Maintenance
A stream-type setup with a gravel or sand substrate and rounded stones and rocks would simulate its natural biotope, but it's equally at home in a planted tank…
Water conditions
Temperature: 25 – 30 °C pH: 6.0-7.0 Hardness: 2-12°H
Diet
Feeds on aufwuchs and small aquatic crustaceans in nature. In the aquarium it proves omnivorous and will accept sinking dried foods, vegatable matter including…
Behaviour and compatibility
A decent choice for the community tank. In a biotope setup good tankmates include characins such as Anostomus, Hemiodus, Semaprochilodus and Metynnis species, …
Sexual dimorphism
Unknown.
Reproduction
Not thought to have been bred in the hobby. It's probably a cave spawning species, given its natural habitat.
Notes
This stunning species must surely rank among the most attractive Loricariids available in the hobby. There are several colour forms available, depending on col…
References
References
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