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Ancistrini sp. (L280)
Synonyms: none
Common Name: none
Family: Loricariidae
Continent: South America
Distribution: Orinoco
Habitat: freshwater rivers & streams
Food:  small live foods and sinking commercial foods
Water Temperature: 22-24°C
Water Chemistry:   pH 6.0-8.0
Size:    Males [100mm]    Females [100mm]
FBAS Class: G
Temperament: territorial towards its own species
Aquarium Size: 60cm or longer
Gender Differences: males may have cheek bristles
Breeding: unknown
Additional Information: Ancistrini is not a valid Genus. It is used to identify species which do not fall into on category or another.

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