Lasiancistrus Heteracanthus
📖 Overview
Lasiancistrus Heteracanthus (Lasiancistrus heteracanthus), first described by Günther, 1869 is a medium-sized fish in the family Loricariidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 15.30 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Loricariidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
This species can be distinguished from L. caucanus, L. saetiger, and L. tentaculatus by having abdominal plates (vs. absent), from L. schomburgkii and L. saetiger by having dark spots in the dorsal and caudal fins (vs. white spots or all dark); and from L. guacharote by not having the abdominal plates restricted to a region near the insertion of the pectoral-fin spine .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Lasiancistrus Heteracanthus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical South America: upper río Napo of Ecuador and the lower río Napo of Peru.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Lasiancistrus Heteracanthus.
🔍 Similar Species
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