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Bushynose/Bristlenose Pleco

Ancistrus sp.

Bushynose/Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus sp.) aquarium profile: minimum 30 gallon tank, 5 inch adult size, 72-80°F temperature range, and moderate care. Can usually be planned as a single specimen or small group depending on temperament.

Community leaningModerate care
Bushynose/Bristlenose Pleco aquarium fish
30 galMinimum tank
5 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
72-80°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
6.5-7.8
GH
3-15 dGH
KH
2-10 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Peaceful
Fin nipping
0/5
Territory
2/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore
Diet difficulty
2/5
Care difficulty
3/5

Planning Notes

Moderate care needs; may require mature grazing surfaces or supplemental fresh/frozen foods.

This species may need live, frozen, fresh, or otherwise specialized foods.

live or fresh food
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