Identity and locality
Marina Parha and George J. Reclos, Zebra Pleco 2009 report
Captive Hypancistrus zebra colony
Diagnostic evidence and naming
Their firsthand 2009 breeding account includes a long acclimation/colony history, male cave guarding, about 10–20 eggs per reported clutch, and later spawning under differing tank conditions. A failed extremely acidic episode demonstrates changes are not guaranteed or safe.
Breeding and genetics limitations
The account is not evidence of founding L046 or an engineered line, and prior pH crashes and abrupt water changes must NOT be treated as recommended induction steps.
Original references
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Public Discord research discussion
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