Ancistrus sp.Bristlenose PlecostomusBristlenose PlecoBushy Nose PlecostomusBristlenose CatfishBushymouth PlecoBrushmouth Plecostomus |
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| Physical |
| Size: | 13.89 cm (5.47 in.) Stocking Density Calculator |
| Color Variations: | Albino (Gold Form)
There are nearly 60 different members of the Ancistrus genus.
The non-albino forms are all very similar in appearance. |
| Compatability: | Community |
| Minimum Tank Size: | 15 Gallons (56.7 Liters) |
| Ease of Keeping: | 1-2 |
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| Water Conditions |
| Type: | Freshwater |
| Special Type: | Blackwater
Although, due the the broad scope of the Ancistrus genus species can be found in almost any river in South America.
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| Temperature: | 76.32° F (24.62° C) |
| pH: | 6.76 |
| General Hardness (GH): | 7.46 |
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| Living |
| Food Preference: | Herbivore.
Nocturnal. Feed at night.
Accepts sinking algae tablets as well as in some types of tank grown algae.
Will also make a regular meal of real wood.
Should also be fed vegetables such as cucumber and zucchini
High protein live food should be given as an infrequent treat.
May be seen munching on in tank corpses. |
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| Swimming Level: | Bottom |
| Schooling: | No |
| Minimum School Size: | 1 |
| Setup: | Caves for hiding and spawning. |
| Distribution: | South America
Rivers and Tributaries |
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| Breeding |
| Ease of Breeding: | 3-4 |
| Sexing: | In most cases the male has a crest of bristles between the eyes.
Female lacks this feature. |
| Spawning Type: | Cave, mud-hole, hollow spawner.
Lays Eggs. |
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