{"product_id":"l262-hypancistrus-hypancistrus-sp","title":"L262 Hypancistrus – Hypancistrus sp.","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"659\"\u003eThe L262 Hypancistrus (\u003cem data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"421\"\u003eHypancistrus sp. \"L262\"\u003c\/em\u003e) is a rare, strikingly patterned wild-caught fish from the Rio Tapajós in Brazil. Its black-grey base color with fine, light lines and spots makes it one of the most fascinating representatives of the genus \u003cem data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eHypancistrus\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"970\"\u003eThis L-catfish impresses with its calm nature, striking pattern, and compact size. The \u003cem data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"774\"\u003eL262\u003c\/em\u003e is crepuscular, peaceful, and ideal for structured aquariums with calm tank mates. It prefers warm, oxygen-rich water with a gentle current and many hiding places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003eCharacteristics \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003eFish Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e M (6–8 cm)\u003cbr data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003e🌎 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil (Rio Tapajós) – Wild-caught\u003cbr data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26–30 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003epH-value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eGeneral Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 15 °dGH\u003cbr data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e🐟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1206\"\u003eSocial Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, territorial towards conspecifics\u003cbr data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e🌾 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e From 100 l, with roots, caves, fine sand \u0026amp; gentle current\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eHypancistrus L262\u003c\/em\u003e is a predominantly carnivorous L-catfish. It eats frozen and live food such as Artemia, Cyclops, Mysis, and mussel meat. Additionally, it accepts food tabs and granules with a high protein content. Spirulina or vegetable chips can be offered occasionally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003eSeveral small caves and crevices encourage natural behavior and help avoid territorial disputes. Good oxygen supply and regular water changes are important for successful keeping and potential breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1916\"\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003eThe L262 Hypancistrus (\u003cem data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003eHypancistrus sp. \"L262\"\u003c\/em\u003e) is a rare, peaceful wild-caught fish with striking patterns – ideal for lovers of unusual L-catfish and natural South American aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaExotica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53562751222093,"sku":null,"price":59.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5755\/7325\/files\/55834_147e3396cfd6f5e1b36a24d79c279575.jpg?v=1773958437","url":"https:\/\/aquaexotica.de\/en\/products\/l262-hypancistrus-hypancistrus-sp","provider":"AquaExotica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}