Plecos (L-number Catfish)
Starlight Bristlenose Pleco
Ancistrus dolichopterus
Also known as: L183, Starlight Bristlenose, Ancistrus dolichopterus
A black bristlenose covered in white spots with bright white edges on its dorsal and tail fins.
- Water
- Freshwater
- Temperature
- 76–84°F
- pH
- 5–7
- Hardness
- 1–8 dGH
- Max size
- 5 in
- Min tank
- 30 gal
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Social
- Solitary
- Swim level
- Bottom
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Care level
- Intermediate
- Lifespan
- 10-15 years
- Breeding
- Cave spawner
- Suitability
- Intermediate
- Origin
- Brazil (Rio Negro basin)
Comes from soft, acidic blackwater, so it does best in warm, soft water with driftwood and caves in a 30 gallon or larger tank. Feed algae wafers, vegetables, and some meaty foods. Males can be territorial over caves.
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