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Hermann's Pleco (Hypostomus hermanni)
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Hermann's Pleco (Hypostomus hermanni) specimen
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Loricariidae

Hermann's Pleco

Hypostomus hermanni

Twenty Four Centimeters Catfish of South American Waters

  • Tropical
  • Southern Hemisphere
  • Regional distribution
  • Freshwater fish
  • South America
  • Elongated
  • Medium
  • Tropical fish

Hypostomus hermanni, sometimes known as Hermann's pleco, is a species of catfish in the family Loricariidae. It is native to South America, where it occurs in the Tietê River basin, including the Piracicaba River, in Brazil. It is typically found in areas with flowing water of shallow to moderately shallow depth.

Maximum length
24 cm
Water
Freshwater
Body shape
elongated
Distribution
South America: Brazil.
Conservation status
LCLeast Concern

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