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Not Hypoptopoma psilogasterr, but a simialr species Hypoptopoma rio maranon
| Family: |
L oricariidae |
| Species: |
Hypoptopoma psilogasterr |
| Common Name: |
None |
| Size: |
Up to 2.75 inches (7 cm) |
| Habitat: |
SOUTH AMERICA: Amazon River basin. |
| Min Tank Size: |
20 gallon long (75 litre), heavily planted. |
| Diet: |
Omnivorous, flakes, blanched vegetables (zucchini,
cucumber, lettuce), bloodworm, grindal worm, tablets and algae
wafers. |
| Behavior: |
Bottom opportunistic feeder, Peaceful, enjoys the company of other psilogaster fish in groups. |
| Water: |
Temperature of 73°F to 81°F (23°-27°
C) , pH range: 6.0 – 7.2; dH range: 2 - 25 |
| Care: |
Keep up on water changes, and provide broad flat surfaces to easily rest on
as with any sucker fish. Should be added to established tanks.
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| Communities: |
Great with other peaceful species. |
| Suitability: |
Good for any aquarist except in a newly started tank. |
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