Aquarist Species:  Hypancistrus furunculus (L199)

Aquarist: Selectpet606

Species Profile: Hypancistrus furunculus (L199)

Common Name:   Orinoco zebra, Bandit pleco, yellow zerba, yellow head zebra

Description:   Striking black and yellow (or whitish) zebra-like patterns, with males developing thicker pectoral rays and body odontodes (spines). Size: Reaches about 4-5 inches

Category:   Catfish

Global Region:   South America

Distribution:   Venezuela's upper Rio Orinoco

Aquarist Notes

Genetic Line:   Aquarium Strain

Year Acquired:   2023