Bristlenose Pleco
Bristlenose Pleco
class: Actinopterygiigenus: Ancistrusorder: Siluriformesfamily: Loricariidaephylum: Chordata
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Care Requirements
Diet
Herbivore
Temp. Range
22°C - 27°C
Lifespan
5-12 years
Habitat
Tropical Freshwater Aquarium
Space Needed
Minimum 110 litres for an adult
ph
6.5 - 7.5
water hardness
5 - 20 dGH
Care Notes & Health
Excellent algae eater that remains relatively small compared to the common pleco; requires real driftwood in the aquarium to graze on for essential dietary lignin.
Health & Vaccinations
Common Health Risks
IchthyophthiriasisFin RotSkin Flukes
Toxic To
Copper sulfatePotassium permanganateHigh ammonia levels
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