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Suckermouth Catfish

Hypostomus plecostomus

Description:

Hypostomus plecostomus, the suckermouth catfish or common pleco, is a tropical fish belonging to the armored catfish family (Loricariidae), named for the armor-like longitudinal rows of scutes that cover the upper parts of the head and body.

Habitat:

Spotted at Marikina River

Notes:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypostomus_...

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Noel Buensuceso
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Noel Buensuceso

Philippines

Spotted on Oct 21, 2012
Submitted on Oct 21, 2012

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