Also known as L199, H.furunculus is one of the rarer Hypancistrus species from the Orinoco delta, although it usually shows up in the trade during the yearly collecting season. It has a quite distinct body and head shape that makes it quite easy to identify, and especially young individuals can show a very beautiful zebra pattern. Compared to other striped Orinoco-based Hypancistrus species, H.furunculus has broader stripes.
Facts:
Name: Hypancistrus furunculus (Armbruster, Lujan & Taphorn, 2007)
Trade names: L199
Origin: Rio Atabapo, Venezuela
Maximum size: 13 cm / 5”
H.furunculus need an aquarium set up consisting of lots of hiding places in the form of rocks, wood and of course specially made caves that suit their measurements. In these the males will eventually guard their offspring. They prefer water that is warm (27-30 C), soft and slightly acidic. Most of all it should be well oxygenated and clean, so a good filtration system and frequent water changes are essential. It’s a slightly timid and withdrawn species that doesn’t really compete too well for food and territories, so it shouldn’t be placed in a tank with much competition for resources. Among themselves they are peaceful, although males may quarrel for caves and females can sometimes be badly injured or even killed during the breeding-trapping in the male’s cave.
More info:
http://www.l-welse.com/reviewpost/showproduct.php/product/213/cat/all
http://www.planetcatfish.com/common/species.php?species_id=222
https://www.scotcat.com/factsheets/hypancistrus_furunculus.htm