Identity and locality
Ancistrus sp. L255 (provisional)
Middle Rio Xingu, Pará, Brazil
Diagnostic evidence and naming
Spotted broad-headed Ancistrus resembling L034. Unlike A. ranunculus L034, pale spots persist on mature L255 specimens; L255 is not automatically a formal scientific description. The L-Welse species-specific record traces L255 Spotted Medusa to Rio Xingu and the DATZ January 1998 trade description. Adult retained spotting is a hobby identification character against L034 A. ranunculus, not a formal L255 species name or single-locus dominant allele.
Breeding and genetics limitations
Do not pool L034 and L255 broodstock based on juvenile similarity. Independent breeder history and life-stage photo verification remain open.
Original references
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Public Discord research discussion
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