L174 Pleco
Hypancistrus sp. L174
Hypancistrus sp. L174 reaches 8-10 cm. Its body is ventrally flattened, with a sucker mouth. The coloration is white to cream with irregular vertical black stripes, reminiscent of a zebra. The fins are broad and patterned. It is a nocturnal fish that spends the day hidden in crevices. It is very peaceful and can coexist with similarly sized fish. It feeds mainly on invertebrates and plant matter. In the aquarium, it appreciates hiding places and moderate current. Breeding is difficult in captivity.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 26–30 |
| pH | 6–7.5 |
| GH | 2–10 |
| KH | 1–5 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.5 |
Care
Care notes
Minimum tank size 100 liters for one specimen, 200 liters for a group. Temperature 26-30°C, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 2-10, KH 1-5. Omnivorous diet with carnivorous tendency: sinking pellets, brine shrimp, worms, vegetables. Decor with rocks, caves, roots, plants. Powerful filtration with moderate current. Compatible with tetras, corydoras, other Loricariidae. Weekly water changes of 30%. Keep parameters stable. Breeding rare, requires specific conditions.