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Scientific Name Dolichancistrus setosus  (Boulenger, 1887)     
Common Name(s) None
Synonym(s) Chaetostomus setosus, Lasiancistrus setosus
Pronunciation dolly can SISS truss
Etymology Greek, dolichos = long + Greek, agkistron = hook - meaning "Long Ancistrus". 
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Size 120mm (4.7") SL. Find near, nearer or same sized spp.
Identification The species is described as having 7 or 8 branches rays in the dorsal fin. This differentiates it from L225 which has 9 or 10.
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Distribution Andes of Colombia, river basin unknown.
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Breeding Unreported.
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Registered Keepers None. Add this species to your My Cats species list Add this species to your "my cats" page.
Breeding Reports None.
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Last Update 2012 Jan 15 05:53 (species record created: 2011 Jul 10 13:57)

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