Green Dragon Bristlenose Pleco Care Guide
Ancistrus cirrhosus
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Bioload Score
5000
- Max Size
- 15 cm / 5.9"
- Temperature
- 23–28°C (73–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 80L (21 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Primarily herbivorous, it grazes on algae and biofilm while also eating vegetables, sinking algae wafers and occasional protein-rich foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include peaceful tetras, rasboras, danios, peaceful gouramis, livebearers and other non-aggressive bottom-dwelling fish.
Good to Know
The Green Dragon Bristlenose Pleco is a selectively bred colour morph of Ancistrus cirrhosus, a catfish famous for the whisker-like bristles that develop most strongly in males.
Gender Differences
Males usually grow larger facial bristles extending onto the head, while females have fewer, shorter bristles that are often limited to the snout edge.
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