Blue Eye Lemon Shortfin Bristlenose Pleco

Scientific Name: Ancistrus sp. Common Names: Blue Eye Lemon Bristlenose Pleco, Blue Eye Lemon Bushy Nose Pleco Family: Loricariidae Origin: South America Size: Up to 5 inches (10-13 cm) as adults

Description: The Blue Eye Lemon Bristlenose Pleco is a unique and colorful variety of the Bristlenose Pleco, distinguished by its bright yellow or golden hue and striking blue eyes. This leucistic morph lacks the typical brown pigmentation, showcasing a uniform yellow color. Juvenile specimens are notable for their bristle-like appendages on their facial area, which become more pronounced with age.

Tank Requirements:

Temperature: 72° - 86° F (22° - 30° C) pH: 6.5 - 7.5 KH: 6 - 10 dKH Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

Care: This pleco is a hardy and peaceful species, suitable for various aquarium setups. It thrives in well-maintained tanks with ample hiding places and driftwood. Primarily nocturnal, it will become more active during daytime hours once acclimated. The Blue Eye Lemon Bristlenose Pleco feeds mainly on algae but benefits from a diet of vegetable-based foods and occasional meaty foods.

Diet: Omnivore: Prefers vegetable-based foods, including high-quality flakes, sinking algae wafers, and fresh vegetables. Meaty foods should be fed sparingly. Social Behavior: Generally solitary but can exhibit social behavior during breeding. Males may be territorial with other males but generally coexist peacefully with other tankmates.

Auction Details: You are bidding on 3 x Juvenile Blue Eye Lemon Shortfin Bristlenose Plecos (Ancistrus sp.). These locally bred juveniles are about 1.5 inches or larger in size and exhibit a beautiful leucistic yellow color morph. Unlike the typical brown-bristled bristlenose, these plecos display a uniform golden hue and are known for their distinctive bristle-like appendages. Ideal for algae control and manageable in size, they will grow to approximately 5 inches as adults.

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