Lasiancistrus sp. L178 is a wild catfish native to South America, belonging to the Loricariidae family. Quiet and discreet, it plays an active role in cleaning the bottom and surfaces. It is distinguished by its mottled livery and elegant pectoral filaments.

1. Behaviour & maintenance

Calm and territorial. Should be kept in an aquarium of at least 150 L, with plenty of hiding places (roots, flat stones, tubes). Prefers well-oxygenated water with a moderate current.

2. Water parameters

• Temperature: 25-29°C
• pH: 6.0-7.5
• GH: 3-10 °dGH
• KH: 1-5 °KH

3. Diet

Omnivore with a tendency to herbivore: bottom pellets, poached vegetables, wood, frozen food. Find out more about our food for bottom fish.

4. Technical characteristics

5. Reproduction

Cavity spawning. The male keeps the eggs until they hatch. Rare in captivity.

6. Compatibility

Excellent companion for calm South American fish: Corydoras, Apistogramma, small Characidae.

7. Shipping, delivery & transport points

Transport in professional isothermal packaging to ensure safety and stable temperature.

Delivery methods

• France Express (France, Belgium, Luxembourg)
• In-store collection at Sombreffe (Belgium)

Shipment organisation

• Orders closed: every Monday at 10.00 a.m.
• France: departure Monday or Tuesday, delivery between Tuesday and Thursday
• Belgium & Luxembourg: departure Monday and Tuesday, delivery between Tuesday and Wednesday