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Scientific Name Pterygoplichthys sp. (L164)   
Common Names L164, Kringelkrogsugemalle (Denmark)
Maze Pleco
Pronunciation terry gop LICK thees
Etymology Greek, pterygion, diminutive of pteryx = wing, fin + Greek, hoplon = weapon + Greek, ichthys = fish. 
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Size 420mm or 16.5" SL. Find near, nearer or same sized spp.
Identification Pterygoplichthys can be identified by the number of rays in the dorsal fin. Ten or more dorsal rays (usually more than 10) indicates that it's a Pterygoplichthys. Most other plecos have 8 or fewer rays (in particular the larger Hypostomus species that are most likely to be confused with Pterygoplichthys).

Similar to the common gibbiceps but with slightly different patterning and a lower dorsal fin that, at least, the Rio Negro gibbiceps.
Sexing Comparison of the genital papilla in mature fish shows the differences in the sexes to the trained eye. In males this is a small yet thick stump which noticeably protrudes from the fish's undercarriage. In females it is less obvious and is recessed or lies flat with the body.
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Distribution Rio Tefe, Brazil
Amazon, Tefé (click on these areas to find other species found there)

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pH 5.8 - 7.0
Temperature 22.0-25.0°C or 71.6-77°F (Show species within this range)
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Feeding Omnivorous and a good algae eater, especially when young. User data.
Suggested Tankmates Almost any medium sized community fish.
Breeding Unreported.
Breeding Reports There is no breeding report.
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Last Update 2022 Jan 19 09:17 (species record created: 2005 Mar 06 00:00)