L201 Orinoco Angel Pleco – Hypancistrus sp. | Peaceful L-number catfish with a high-contrast spotted pattern

The L201 Orinoco Angel Pleco ( Hypancistrus sp. “L201” ) is a peaceful, attractive L-number catfish from the Río Orinoco in Venezuela. Its deep black base color with bright, contrasting spots makes it one of the most beautiful and popular members of the Hypancistrus group.

This catfish remains relatively small, reaching a final size of about 10–12 cm, and is ideally suited for community aquariums with other peaceful species. Hypancistrus L201 is primarily crepuscular and prefers to stay in caves or under roots.

🌿 Characteristics & Attitude:
🐠 Fish size: S/M (4–5 cm)
🌎 Origin: Venezuela (Río Orinoco) – Wild-caught/Captive-bred
🌡️ Temperature: 26-30°C
💧 pH value: 6.0–7.5
⚖️ Total hardness: up to 15 °dGH
🐟 Social behavior: Peaceful, slightly territorial towards other members of their species
🌾 Aquarium: From 100 liters, with caves, roots, fine sand & gentle current

🍽️ Feeding:
The L201 Orinoco Angel Pleco prefers a protein-rich diet. Frozen and live foods such as brine shrimp, cyclops, mysis shrimp, and mussel meat are ideal. It will also accept food tablets, granules, and occasionally plant-based foods (spirulina, vegetable chips).

💡 Tip:
Provide the L201 with several hiding places and caves to minimize territorial behavior. Good oxygenation, clear water conditions, and regular water changes promote health and color intensity.

👉 Conclusion:
The L201 Orinoco Angel Pleco ( Hypancistrus sp. “L201” ) is a peaceful, richly patterned L-number catfish from the Orinoco – perfect for lovers of elegant Hypancistrus species and structured aquarium landscapes.