Identity and locality
Pterygoplichthys pardalis (alias L021)
Amazonian trade; no proven separate lineage
Diagnostic evidence and naming
L023 was assigned historically to P. pardalis just like L021. Do not count two numbers as two different species; exact collection origin needs supplier-specific evidence. Specialist Cat-eLog lists L021 and L023 as names for P. pardalis, not separate species. Similar invasive Pterygoplichthys require morphological comparison and verified specimen provenance.
Breeding and genetics limitations
No distinct L023 breeding genotype or original breeder documented by the alias.
Original references
Links are research leads; they do not certify every statement. Check original taxonomy and date.
Public Discord research discussion
Follow the original forum topic. It is a discussion record, not independent scientific verification.