Species profile
L-148 Kiwi Spot Bristlenose
Ancistrus sp. (L148)L-148 Kiwi Spot Bristlenose (Ancistrus sp. (L148)) 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

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.
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