Identity and locality
Ancistrus hoplogenys (Günther, 1864)
Original Rio Capim (Pará), Brazil; wider records debated
Diagnostic evidence and naming
L059 is linked by specialist catalog to valid A. hoplogenys. Historically misidentified as L183 A. dolichopterus; L183 usually has more soft dorsal rays (9) and an often conspicuous pale fin margin. Validate anatomy and type locality.
Breeding and genetics limitations
Do not ascribe domestic yellow/albino/longfin founder stock to either species without authentic parents.
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.