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    Scientific NameOtocinclus sp. (2)     
    Common Name
    Synonym(s)
    Pronunciationauto SINK luss
    EtymologyGreek, ous, oto = ear + Latin, cinclus = latticework; in allusion to the holes of the head in the ears. Lorica, Loricare = cuirass of corslet of leather (a suit of armour made of leather).
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    SexingFemales are larger and broader especially when viewed from above.

    Females are larger and broader especially when viewed from above.
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    DistributionSouth America
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    Breeding ReportsThere is no breeding report.
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    ARN ref:1.4.49.1803
    Last UpdateSat Dec 25, 2010 10:17 am (Species record created: Thu Jan 01, 1970 1:00 am)