Medusa Pleco (L034) (Ancistrus ranunculus)

Fish in the family Loricariidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameAncistrus ranunculus

FamilyLoricariidae

Also known asL034, Medusa Bristlenose, Ranunculus Ancistrus

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietOmnivore (biofilm, vegetables, some protein)

Adult size5 in

Minimum tank size40 gallons

Water parametersTemp 79-88°F, pH 6.0-7.2, GH 1-8 dGH

Appearance

Flattened jet-black body with a very broad head and long branching tentacles; an unusual Xingu Ancistrus.

Difficulty and care for the Medusa Pleco (L034)

Hard

Origin and habitat

South America (Rio Xingu, Brazil)

Keeper notes

Peaceful; males develop heavy odontodes and may spar over caves.

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