Hypancistrus L129 (Hypancistrus debilittera)

Fish in the family Loricariidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameHypancistrus debilittera

FamilyLoricariidae

Also known asL129, Colombian Zebra Pleco, False Zebra Pleco, Hypancistrus sp. L129

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietCarnivore/omnivore (meaty foods, sinking pellets, some vegetables)

Adult size3.5 in

Minimum tank size25 gallons

Water parametersTemp 78-86°F, pH 6.0-7.4, GH 1-10 dGH

Appearance

Small body with fine wavy dark vermiculation on a tan-cream ground; one of the smaller, easier Hypancistrus.

Difficulty and care for the Hypancistrus L129

Moderate

Origin and habitat

South America (Rio Orinoco, Colombia/Venezuela)

Keeper notes

Peaceful; mildly cave-territorial toward its own kind.

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