Family: | LORICARIIDAE |
Species: |
Panaque suttonorum (Panaque cochliodon) |
Common Name: |
Blue-Eyed Panaque |
Size: | 11 in (28.5 cm) |
Habitat: | SOUTH AMERICA: Fresh waters in Columbia, Lake Maracaibo tributaries. |
Min Tank Size: | Nothing smaller than a 55 gallon for young. |
Diet: | Herbivorous, flake frozen and live. Needs algae supplements. |
Behavior: | Aggressive towards own species, peaceful toward others. |
Water: | 72 – 79°F (22 – 26°C) pH range: 6.2 – 7.5; dH range: 4 – 15 |
Care: | Medium, needs large tank and good water quality. |
Communities: | Good with most other species. |
Suitability: | OK if you meet its needs. |
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