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Bristlenose Pleco
Bristlenose plecos are small, efficient algae eaters with bristly noses (on males). They help keep tanks clean and are very hardy.
Min Tank20 gal
Temp73-80F
pH6.5-7.5
Tank Mates
- Neon Tetra
- Guppy
- Platy
- Corydoras
- Molly
Feeding Tips
Algae wafers are their staple. Add driftwood, they rasp on it for fiber. Supplement with blanched vegetables.
Care Level
Easy: hardy algae eater
Beginner Tip
Provide a piece of driftwood: bristlenose plecos need wood in their diet. One pleco is enough for a 20-gallon tank.
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