Oxyropsis acutirostra

Scientific name: Oxyropsis acutirostra

Common name: N/A

Family: Loricariidae

Usual size in fish tanks: 5 - 6 cm (1.97 - 2.36 inch)

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Recommended pH range for the species: 6.2 - 7

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 6 - 20°N (107.14 - 357.14ppm)

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Recommended temperature: 21 - 25 °C (69.8 - 77°F)

The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning

Where the species comes from: South America

Temperament to its own species: peaceful

Temperament toward other fish species: peaceful

Usual place in the tank: Bottom levels

Food and feeding

Quality flake should be used for the staple diet with the addition of algae wafers. Oxyropsis acutirostra will graze in the aquarium for any natural algae but cannot rely on it for their sole intake. Small catfish pellets can also be given to this fish.

Origin

South America; Oxyropsis acutirostra are found in the River Negro and River Orinoco.

Sexing

There are no visible differences between the sexes.

Breeding

As of yet, there are no reported cases of Oxyropsis acutirostra breeding in the aquarium.

Lifespan

The expected life span for Oxyropsis acutirostra is 3-5 years.

Short description

A well planted tank is required for these fish. Hiding places should be created using rocks or bogwood as they sometimes like to escape the lighting in the daytime.

Pictures

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