Armbruster's Panaque
Panaque armbrusteri
Family : Loricariidae
Armbruster's Panaque is a Brazilian freshwater catfish, characterized by its spotted pattern and moderate size.
Description
This fish has a robust body and a beige to gray coloration with irregular dark spots. Its sucker mouth is adapted for scraping wood. It reaches about 15 cm in aquariums. It is a peaceful and nocturnal species that appreciates hiding places. It feeds mainly on wood and vegetables. It was described relatively recently (2005). Its maintenance is similar to other medium-sized Panaque.
Habitat
Region :
Rivers of the Xingu River basin in Brazil
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Care
Care notes
A tank of at least 150 liters is recommended. Water should be soft to moderately hard (GH 2-10), acidic to neutral (pH 6.0-7.5) and at a temperature of 24-28°C. Driftwood is essential. Supplement with blanched vegetables and herbivore pellets. Nitrates should stay below 20 mg/L. Moderate filtration and regular water changes are sufficient. This species is compatible with peaceful fish of similar size. Avoid aggressive species.
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