Longfin Lemon Pleco Care Guide
Ancistrus cirrhosus
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Bioload Score
6000
PeacefulEasy
- Max Size
- 15 cm / 5.9"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°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, grazing algae and biofilm while also eating vegetables and sinking foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include peaceful tetras, rasboras, danios, livebearers, Corydoras, peaceful dwarf cichlids and other non-aggressive community fish.
Good to Know
The Longfin Lemon Pleco is a selectively bred golden colour form of Ancistrus cirrhosus, distinguished by its striking elongated fins.
Gender Differences
Males usually grow larger facial bristles across the snout, while females have fewer, shorter bristles or none and are often broader-bodied.
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