L46 – Zebra Pleco “Hypancistrus zebra”

Description

The Zebra Plecostomus is a spectacular catfish that is wanted by nearly every fish keeper but unfortunately purchasing it is not always that easy as they demand a high price, much more than the normal rate. This fish is also commonly known as the Zebra Pleco, Imperial Pleco or by the L numbers; L046 or L098.

The Zebra Pleco has bold black lateral stripes running across a white body with a black stripe running over the body from one pectoral fin to the other. The dorsal fin has a high expansion and it is possible to develop a blue twinge when in prime condition. It has a sucker mouth with 4 whiskers. Like other pleco’s it has a flat-ish stomach.

These pleco’s come from the rivers of Rio Xingu, Para and Brazil