Silure ancistrus (Ancient)

Background fish called to twists "glass washer" by most aquariophile sellers.

Fish very easy to find in our shops but often (not to say always) under a false appellations because it is a hybrid between several ancistrus.

Many hiding places are essential for correct maintenance.

Species deemed solid.

Ancistrus catfish is a fish belonging to the Siluridae family. It is a freshwater fish that can measure up to a meter long and weigh up to 20 kilograms. The ancistrus catfish is recognizable by its wide head and its mouth lined with small teeth in the shape of hooks, which allows it to easily capture its prey.

Ancistrus catfish is a carnivorous fish that feeds mainly on smaller fish, but it can also consume crustaceans and molluscs. Ancistrus catfish is a lonely and territorial fish that can become aggressive towards other fish if they approach its territory.

Ancistrus catches have rough skin covered with small scales. The color of her skin generally varies between brown and green, with black marks on the body and fins. Ancistrus catfish can change color depending on its environment, which allows it to camouflage itself to escape its predators.

Ancistrus cattle lives mainly in rivers and freshwater lakes in South America. It is a fish that likes calm waters and can be found in shaded areas where it can hide. Ancistrus catfish is a prolific fish and can lay up to several thousand eggs at a time.

Ancistrus catfish is a popular aquarophilia fish, due to its beauty and ease of maintenance. It is a fish that can live up to 10 years in captivity if it is well maintained. Ancistrus catfish is a robust and adaptable fish, but it needs an aquarium large enough to be able to swim freely and adequate filtration to maintain clean water.

Lower on covered substrate