Bristlenose Pleco

Bristlenose Pleco

The Bristlenose Pleco is great for community tropical aquariums, they live peacfully with others and help to remove the fallen food at the bottom of the tank.

Please be aware that the image is for illustration purposes only. We are unable to guarantee the size, colour, sex or age of the fishes you are purchasing. If you have any questions regarding livestock please contact us. To minimise stress we are unable to hand pick specific fish. Lifespan is an estimate based on optimum conditions.

Features
Actual size:4-5cm
Maximum size: 12cm
Origin: South America
Ideal number kept together: 1+

Water conditions
pH: 5-7.5
Hardness: 36–268 ppm
Temperature: 23–27 °C

Ease of care
Easy. They are great for beginners as they are hardy and live well in a wider range of freshwater parameters. 
Diet
Sinking pellets are best for them however they can also be given live or frozen food occasionally, as a treat.
Compatibility
Peaceful, community aquarium. They live well with tank mates such as Tetras, Livebearers or other tropical fish. They like a planted aquarium with hiding places.
Breeding/ Sex
Intermediate. Females have very short bristles.
Life Span
They can live to anything from 5-8 years in perfect conditions.

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