Rineloricaria (Rineloricaria)

Adult size13 cm

Description

Rineloricaria fish is a freshwater fish that belongs to the Loricariidae family. He is from rivers and streams from South America, mainly in Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. Rineloricaria fish is characterized by its elongated and thick body, covered with scales and protective plates. Its head is wide and flat, with small eyes and barbels around the mouth. Rineloricaria fish also has a distinctive caudal fin in the shape of a fox tail, which allows it to easily maneuver in the rivers of rivers.

Rineloricaria fish has a dark brown or grayish color, with dark vertical strips on the body. Females tend to be a little larger than males, and can reach an adult size 8 to 10 centimeters in length. Rineloricaria fish is a gregarious fish, which means that it likes to live in groups with other fish from its species.

Rineloricaria fish is a mainly herbivorous fish, which feeds mainly on algae and aquatic plants. It feeds by scraping the surfaces on which are the seaweed and plants with its strong and brushed teeth. Rineloricaria fish can also eat small insects and insect larvae if they are available.

Origin

Characteristics

  • Adult size13 cm
  • BehaviourPleasant
  • FoodHerbivore

Water parameters

  • Water typeFreshwater, hot

Data to check

Some historical parameters still need checking before choosing this species: Temperature, pH, Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters).

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