Scientific Name Hypancistrus sp. (L201) Common Names L201, Orinoco Angel Pleco Pronunciation hype an siss truss Etymology A contraction of the Greek hypo (meaning less than) and ancistrus, an allusion to the reduced number of teeth (particularly in the lower jaw) found in this genus. Down arrow Species Information Size 120mm or 4.7″ SL. Find near, nearer or same sized spp. Identification Similar to Hypancistrus inspector and H. contradens. H. inspector is different in that it has a black stripe on the edge of the caudal and dorsal fin. H. contradens has a higher body than H. sp(L201). Sexing Mature males have thicker first pectoral ray, more pronounced odontodes on the first pectoral fin ray and odontodes on the rear of the body, and typically a wider head. Mature females are wider around the middle of the body, and much less noticeable body and fin odontodes.
pH 6.5 – 7.5 Temperature 26.0-30.0°C or 78.8-86°F
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