Fin's Fish Guide
The Sabaji pleco (Hemiancistrus sabaji) is a fish of the family Loricariidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Description
The Sabaji pleco is an armoured catfish (Loricariidae) from fresh water of the Orinoco and Essequibo basins in South America. The species grows to about 20 cm and has a flattened, bony-plated, brown body and an inferior sucker mouth with which it clings to wood and stones. As a nocturnal bottom-dweller it rasps algae, biofilm and wood and searches for small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sabaji pleco?
The Sabaji pleco is mainly brown.
Where does the Sabaji pleco live?
The Sabaji pleco is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Sabaji pleco get?
The Sabaji pleco grows to a maximum of about 20 cm.
Is the Sabaji pleco dangerous to humans?
No, the Sabaji pleco is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Hemiancistrus
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