Capapretum Catfish (Brachyplatystoma capapretum) Cichlid A great scavenger to help

A great scavenger to help manage leftover food in large cichlid or predatory fish displays

slim and pointed snout

but it is generally a sensitive species

Can be shy when first introduced

Previous named Baryancistrus demantoides this pleco has now been reclassified as  Hemiancistrus subviridis

Capapretum Catfish (Brachyplatystoma capapretum) Cichlid A great scavenger to helpAlso known as the False Piraiba, Salton Catfish or Peruvian Piraiba. This fish is not to be confused with it River Monster cousin, the true Piraiba from Brazil and Suriname. The capapretum does not reach as big of a size. They only reach 28 to 30". This fish is a good alternative to the real Piraiba which can reach 8 feet long.