Got it labled as "snowball pleco"

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TiGrInUs
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Got it labled as "snowball pleco"

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What is the L number to this cat? How big do they get. I have had it for a while now. Eats everything!
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Post by Yann »

Hi!

Do you have a better pic, such as a ventral one and a side shot!
Could be a L133. Scobinancistrus sp or LDA33 , Baryancistrus sp
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Post by TiGrInUs »

here is a little bit better pic

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blurry pic

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Yann:edit: pictures
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Post by Yann »

Hi!

Well looking at the lips and head shape and size I would say Baryancistrus sp, possibly LDA33...
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Thanks!
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Post by Kostas »

Hi,
I agree with yannfulliquet.He is clearly an LDA33.
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