some L ID

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hadarush
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some L ID

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i bought this one as a L-48 but after checking it i think it not the one
im thinking it might be L007, L201 or Hypancistrus contradens
what do u think?
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Based on the shape of the mouth from the first photo, Leporacanthicus indeed. Zero chance to be a Scobinancistrus or Hypancistrus. L007 perhaps, but need better photos to be sure.
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Post by Suckermouth »

Definitely a Leporacanthicus, but I'll leave the L-number up to those who follow that better...
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What size is your fish, something like 3''? In that case the size and roundness of spots would match L. Galaxias L029
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Re: some L ID

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Hi,

I agree with L. cf. galaxias, a bred and slightly deformed specimen.
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