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Ancistrus dolichopterus - L183 - om 12-15 cm
Description
Ancistrus dolichopterus
A beautiful and sought-after member of the genus Ancistrus found in the Rio Curuá, in Brazil, the Starlight or White Seam Bristlenose Pleco is normally found grazing on submerged driftwood or fallen branches. In the aquarium, they are hardy and adaptable, but plenty of cover and driftwood should be provided for grazing.
Diet: Ancistrus are omnivores with a somewhat vegetarian leaning. Vegetables and commercially prepared foods are eagerly taken. They also like to eat bloodworms, gammarus and most frozen foods. You may also see them eating dead fish when they find a carcass before you do. It is an algae grazer and will accept most plant-based sinking foods in the aquarium.
Curiosity: wood to stone. Bamboo caves are best, but they will also take refuge in slate or PVC tubes.
Adult size: 14 cm
Compatibility: Peaceful and live well with Discus and other species.
Preferred water parameters:
PH: 6.5 – 7.5
Temperature: 23.0-28.0°C
