Hypancistrus L199 Care Guide
Hypancistrus furunculus
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Bioload Score
4000
Semi-AggressiveAdvancedFreshwater
- Max Size
- 15.0 cm / 5.9"
- Temperature
- 24–30°C (76–86°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 100L (26 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivore; prefers meaty foods and requires wood for digestion.
Community Compatibility
Compatible with peaceful to semi-aggressive fish that respect territorial boundaries.
Good to Know
Hypancistrus L199, also known as the Yellow King Tiger Pleco, is sought after for its stunning pattern and peaceful demeanor.
Gender Differences
Sexual dimorphism is subtle.
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