Hemiancistrus annectens (Hemiacistrus annetens)

Harmless!

The hemiancistrus Annetens is a fish belonging to the Loricariidae family, known to be the family of the most diverse fish in South America. This species is native to the rivers of the Amazon bass, in particular the Napo river in Peru and the equator.

The hemiacistrus annectens is a relatively small fish, measuring about 8 centimeters in length for adult specimens. Its most striking feature is its gray-brown color with darker spots dispersed on the body. The belly is generally lighter than the back and the fins are pale pink in color.

The males and females of the hemiancistrus annectens have slightly different shapes. Males generally have a wider and more capped head than females, with more protruding cheeks and longer pectoral fins. Females, on the other hand, generally have a longer and more elongated head and shorter pectoral fins.

The hemiacistrus annectens is a freshwater fish that feeds mainly on plants and algae. It is also known to eat small crustaceans and aquatic insects. This fish is generally peaceful and can coexist with other species of fish in a community aquarium.