| Loricariidae (Armored catfishes), subfamily: Hypostominae |
| 43 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
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benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6.5 - 7.5; dH range: 2 - 15 |
| South America: Orinoco and southern middle and lower Amazon River tributaries. |
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| Aquarium keeping: feeds on plants and roots; minimum aquarium size 120 cm (Ref. 51539). |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 19 August 2020 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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