Slender Panaque
NameSlender Panaque
Scientific NamePanaque bathyphilus
Common NamesSlender Panaque, Deepwater Panaque, L090
FamilyLoricariidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Orinoco River Basin, Rio Negro
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge South American Cichlids, Large Characins, Other large, peaceful Catfish, Severum Cichlid, Geophagus Cichlid
Description
The Slender Panaque is a large, robust, wood-eating pleco native to the deep, fast-flowing rivers of the Amazon and Orinoco basins. It is characterized by its armored body, large dorsal fin, and specialized teeth for rasping wood, which forms a significant part of its diet. This species requires a very large aquarium and stable, well-oxygenated water conditions.
