Family: Loricariidae
Acanthicus adonis — a Loricariidae from South America. Reaches 45–66 cm; keep at 24–30 °C.
Acanthicus adonis, a member of the family Loricariidae, comes from South America, where it inhabits rocky and woody stretches of streams. Peaceful; territorial over a favourite cave and herbivorous-leaning omnivore; algae and sinking foods, it grows to 45–66 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 24–30 °C range. In a community tank it pairs well with Similar-sized peaceful community fish.
A moderate-level species: peaceful; territorial over a favourite cave; stable water matters more than fancy equipment.
Hold 24–30 °C and keep it stable — 24–30 °C curated husbandry range. Heater for stable tropical warmth.
Full size is 45–66 cm. Minimum tank: 500 L, with open swimming space along its bottom-dwelling habits.
Herbivorous-leaning omnivore; algae and sinking foods. It forages naturally over sand and gravel with driftwood, so let some food reach the bottom.
Yes, with care. Peaceful; territorial over a favourite cave — pair it with Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs and skip Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
Comes from South America: rocky and woody stretches of streams. Expect moderate current with well-oxygenated water and appreciates high dissolved oxygen.
In the aquarium: cave spawner; male guards the clutch. Males develop odontodes on the snout.