Blue Eye Lemon Bristlenose Pleco

Blue Eye Lemon Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus sp.) is a fascinating freshwater fish known for its bright lemon yellow body and striking blue eyes. Our bristlenose pleco for sale stay small, growing to around 12cm, and their peaceful, calm nature makes them an excellent addition to well maintained community tanks.

Location

The Blue Eye Lemon Bristlenose is a captive bred colour form of the bristlenose pleco, whose wild relatives live in the rivers and streams of South America. They adapt well to a wide range of aquarium conditions.

Diet

Bristlenose plecos are mainly herbivorous and graze on algae. Offer them high quality algae wafers, vegetables like courgette or spinach, and driftwood to rasp on, which helps their digestion.

Care

This species requires a well-maintained tank with water temperatures between 22 and 27°C. While peaceful, they may be territorial around other bottom dwellers. Providing plenty of hiding spots and driftwood is essential for their well-being.

Habitat

In the wild, bristlenose plecos live in clear streams with plenty of driftwood and rocks. Replicate this with good water movement, plenty of hiding spots, and driftwood for grazing.

Breeding

Bristlenose plecos breed readily in captivity. They are cave breeders, and the male guards the eggs until they hatch, so a few caves will encourage spawning.

Buy more and save, with multi-buy discounts from 5 fish. Pair them with our red whiptail catfish, or browse all our catfish and plecos and algae eaters.

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