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Ancistrus cf. cirrhosus 'Common Bristlenose Pleco'
Ancistrus cf. cirrhosus
Origin: South America (aquacultured)
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Water Parameters
Temperature20–27 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH6–7.5
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GH (Hardness)3–15 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)1–8 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 15 cm
- Min Tank
- 60 L
- Lifespan
- 10
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- herbivore
- Temperament
- peaceful; males territorial toward each other
About
Ancistrus cf. cirrhosus, the Bristlenose or Bushynose Pleco, is the most recommended pleco for community aquariums. Stays under 15 cm, breeds readily, and is highly effective at eating algae and biofilm from glass. Males develop distinctive branching facial tentacles.
Care Guide
60 L+. Temperature 20–27°C, pH 6.0–7.5. Feed algae wafers, blanched zucchini/cucumber, driftwood for grazing. Breeds in caves — male guards eggs. Very hardy and undemanding.
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