Mandarin Pleco
📖 Overview
Mandarin Pleco (Hypostomus asperatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Loricariidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 22.9 cm. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Mandarin Pleco is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Mandarin Pleco is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: Lower Amazonas system: Tocantins basin.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Mandarin Pleco.
🔍 Similar Species
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