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(Ancistrus dolichopterus) L183 starlight

Bushymouth catfish
Scientific names from FishBase (v25.04): Froese, R. and D. Pauly, Editors. World Wide Web electronic publication. Snapshot via rfishbase: Boettiger, C., Temple Lang, D. and Wainwright, P. (2012) Journal of Fish Biology 81(6), 2030–2039. Plants, invertebrates, live foods and named strains come from this site's own reviewed list.
Plecostomus, lot number 39
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Yes after 2years and 9 months later with continuous optimization of water quality looks to have finally shown some signs of a miracle.  The fry are .5” to .75” inches I first noticed them two weeks ago. 
Quick Facts & Care Requirements
  • Adult Size: 4 to 5 inches (10 to 13 cm)
  • Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons
  • Water Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C)
  • Water pH: 6.2–7.5 (prefers slightly acidic, tannin-rich blackwater conditions)
  • Diet: Omnivore/herbivore; eats algae, biofilm, driftwood, sinking algae wafers, and blanched vegetables like zucchini or spinach.
  • Behavior: Nocturnal and peaceful; males develop bushy facial bristles as they mature.
Quantity:1
Notes:L183 pleco, also known as the Starlight or White Seam
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