Hypancistrus sp. "King Tiger" (South America) 15cm

A nocturnal species adept at strong currents

The Hypancistrus sp. "King Tiger" is a freshwater fish native to South America. Solitary by nature, it follows a nocturnal lifestyle and roams the bottoms in rapids and areas with strong currents.

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Loricaridés

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Delivery price France
Fixed price €24.90 - Offered starting from €249 of living*
Minimum order amount for live products
50€ excluding shipping costs. For the well-being of the animals, do not make them travel alone.
Origin
South America
Approximate size
11-12 cm
Maintenance
Easy
Temperament
Random
Food
Alguivore
herbivore
Recommended number
1 individual per container
Maximum size
12-15 cm
Size
11-12
Family
Loricaridae
Environment
Amazonian
Temperature
25-29
Length of the aqua min
100 cm
Reproduction
Possible
Possible
pH
5.8 to 7.5

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The Hypancistrus sp. "King Tiger" is a Loricariidae from South America, belonging to the catfish family. The male can be distinguished from the female by a more square and imposing head. As an adult, a fish of this species measures 12 to 15 cm. Its lifespan is estimated to be around fifteen years. The Hypancistrus sp. "King Tiger" generally resides near the bottom, which consists of pebbles, sand, and rocks. Adopting a nocturnal lifestyle, it favors strong and moderate currents in well-oxygenated freshwater.

 

For aquarium breeding, this solitary and territorial specimen prefers the company of other non-territorial fish rather than conspecifics. A water volume of 200 L with a temperature between 25° and 29° is recommended, along with a pH ranging from 5.8 to 7.5. As an algivore, detritivore, and insectivore, it is relatively easy to feed this species. Breeding this fish is accessible to most people, but its tankmates must be chosen carefully to avoid conflicts within the tank or aquarium.