locally Bred Golden Longfin Bristlenose Pleco (SMALL)

Golden Longfin Bristlenose Pleco

Golden Longfin Bristlenose Plecos are a stunning and peaceful freshwater catfish, combining the beautiful golden colouration of the Golden Bristlenose with impressive flowing fins. They make a fantastic feature fish while also spending plenty of time grazing around the aquarium.

About Golden Longfin Bristlenose

Golden Longfin Bristlenose are a selectively bred variety of Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus). As they mature, males typically develop much more prominent bristles around the face, while females generally have fewer or much smaller bristles.

Their long, flowing fins make them particularly eye-catching compared with standard Bristlenose varieties.

Aquarium Compatibility

Generally peaceful and suitable for most community aquariums. They can be kept alongside Tetras, Rasboras, Corydoras, Gouramis, Rams, peaceful Barbs and many other non-aggressive tropical species.

Multiple Bristlenose can also be kept together when the aquarium is large enough and provides plenty of separate caves and hiding places.

Aquarium Requirements

Temperature: Approximately 23–27°C
Adult Size: Approximately 10–15cm
Temperament: Peaceful
Minimum Tank Size: Around 75L+, with larger aquariums recommended for adults or multiple Bristlenose.

Provide plenty of driftwood, caves and shaded hiding areas. Good filtration and regular water changes are important for maintaining excellent water quality.

Diet

Golden Longfin Bristlenose are omnivorous grazers and should be provided with a varied diet rather than relying solely on algae within the aquarium.

Offer quality sinking algae wafers and pleco foods alongside vegetables such as courgette. Occasional protein-based foods can also be included as part of a balanced diet.

Driftwood is also highly recommended within their aquarium.

FOODS WE RECCOMEND 

• Hikari Tropical Algae Wafer Sinking
• Aqua One Vege Wafers
• Xtreme Scrapers 14mm Wafers

while Bristlenose Plecos are often purchased as "clean-up fish", they should never be expected to survive purely on algae or leftover food. They are a fish in their own right and require a complete diet, suitable hiding places and good water quality to thrive.

Their peaceful personality, manageable adult size and striking golden long fins make them a fantastic addition to many established tropical aquariums.