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Description
Hypancistrus sp. L340 4-6 cm Wild
Pleco L340 - Zebra loricariid from the Rio Curua-Una
Hypancistrus sp. L340 is a splendid loricariid from the Rio Curua-Una in Brazil. Its black and cream coat makes it similar to the famous L066, but more compact and stocky. A peaceful, discreet species, ideal for a well-structured Amazonian aquarium.
1. Behaviour & maintenance
A territorial but peaceful fish. Requires a minimum 150 L tank with plenty of oxygen and hiding places (tubes, stones, roots). Nocturnal and discreet, it prefers shady areas.
2. Water parameters
- Temperature: 26-30°C
- pH: 5.8-7.2
- GH: 2-8 °dGH
- KH: 1-4 °KH
3. Diet
Omnivorous with carnivorous tendencies: worms, artemia, protein pellets, small crustaceans, etc. Discover our foods for loricariids.
4. Technical specifications
| Scientific name | Hypancistrus sp. L340 |
|---|---|
| Adult size | 10-12 cm |
| Origin | Brazil (Rio Curua-Una) |
| Behaviour | Calm, territorial |
| Living zone | Bottom |
| Life expectancy | 8-10 years |
5. Reproduction
Eggs are laid in a cavity: the male guards the eggs until they hatch. Fresh, acidic water and a stable temperature (28°C) favour reproduction.
6. Compatibility
With calm fish: Amazonian tetras, Corydoras, small Apistogramma. Avoid other Hypancistrus that are too dominant.
7. Shipping, delivery & transport points
Shipped in professional isothermal packaging guaranteeing stable temperature and safety.
Delivery methods
- France Express (France, Belgium, Luxembourg)
- In-store collection in Sombreffe (Belgium)
Shipment organisation
- Closing: Monday 10.00 am
- France: departure Monday or Tuesday, delivery Tuesday-Thursday
- Belgium & Luxembourg: departure Monday/Tuesday, delivery Tuesday/Wednesday
Questions frequentes
Informations specifiques
- Brand :
- AquaBota fish
- categorie
- Poissons tropicaux
- origine
- Capturés dans la nature
- espece
- Pleco
- nom latin
- Hypancistrus Sp. L 340 4-6cm Wild
- Famille Biotope
- Loricariidé (Amérique du Sud)
- Taille adulte
- 10–12 cm
- Volume minimum du bac
- 150 L
- Zone de vie
- Fond
- Comportement
- Paisible
- Régime alimentaire
- Carnivore
- Température
- 26–30 °C
- pH
- 6.0–7.5
- GH
- 5–15 °dGH
- KH
- 2–8 °KH
- Origine géographique
- Brésil (Rio Xingu)
- Reproduction
- Ovipare
- Espérance de vie
- 8–10 ans
- Sexe
- Mix
- Niveau de difficulté
- Intermédiaire
- Compatibilité
- Poissons calmes
Specific References
- EAN13
- 8715897047558
- Reference :
- V1455710
Protocole livraison vivant
Delivery of live animals with France Express (mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg)
When will my order be shipped?
We ship on Mondays and Tuesdays only. No shipments are made from Wednesday to Sunday inclusive.
Any order containing live animals must be placed before Monday at 10:00 am.
It will be shipped on Monday or Tuesday of the same week, depending on the destination.
How long will it take for my order to be delivered?
Delivery takes 24 hours (48 hours maximum) on weekdays.
No deliveries are made on weekends.
How will my order be shipped?
Via France Express, a carrier approved for the transport of animals.
Delivery is secure and the packaging is suitable (insulated boxes).
We add refrigerated packs in summer and heat packs in winter.
Where do you deliver?
Throughout mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg.
Important: no deliveries will be made to pick-up points.
Do I need to be at home to receive the parcel?
Yes, you must be present.
You must be available at the specified time slot so that the delivery driver can hand-deliver the parcel.
Live animals are transported separately from other items. AquaBota is entitled to postpone a shipment in the event of adverse weather conditions.
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