Hypostomus plecostomus

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura

20–30 °C

pH

6–7.5

Dureza GH

5–18 dGH

Tamaño adulto

37.5–55 cm

Tanque mínimo

500 L

Capa de nado

Bottom-dwelling

Dificultad

Moderada

Temperamento

Peaceful; territorial over a favourite cave

Origen

Sudamérica

Descripción de la especie

Hypostomus plecostomus, 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 37.5–55 cm and adapts well to a properly set-up aquarium in the 20–30 °C range. In a community tank it pairs well with Similar-sized peaceful community fish.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat

Rocky and woody stretches of streams

Corriente

Moderate current with well-oxygenated water

Oxígeno disuelto

Appreciates high dissolved oxygen

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato

Sand and gravel with driftwood

Decoración dura

Driftwood and smooth stones with grazing surfaces

Plantas

Hardy plants; algae growth welcomed

Temperamento, dieta y compañeros

Sociabilidad

Singles, pairs or small groups

Dieta

Herbivorous-leaning omnivore; algae and sinking foods

Compañeros recomendados

• Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs

Evitar con

• Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual

Males develop odontodes on the snout

Método de cría

Cave spawner; male guards the clutch

Preguntas frecuentes