{"product_id":"locally-bred-golden-longfin-bristlenose-pleco-2-3cm","title":"locally Bred Golden Longfin Bristlenose Pleco (SMALL)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGolden Longfin Bristlenose Pleco\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Golden Longfin Bristlenose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir long, flowing fins make them particularly eye-catching compared with standard Bristlenose varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerally 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple Bristlenose can also be kept together when the aquarium is large enough and provides plenty of separate caves and hiding places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 23–27°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10–15cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 75L+, with larger aquariums recommended for adults or multiple Bristlenose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide plenty of driftwood, caves and shaded hiding areas. Good filtration and regular water changes are important for maintaining excellent water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden Longfin Bristlenose are omnivorous grazers and should be provided with a varied diet rather than relying solely on algae within the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer quality sinking \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pawsandclawsmanawatu.co.nz\/products\/hikari-tropical-algae-wafer-sinking\"\u003ealgae wafers\u003c\/a\u003e and pleco foods alongside vegetables such as courgette. Occasional protein-based foods can also be included as part of a balanced diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDriftwood is also highly recommended within their aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOODS WE RECCOMEND \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pawsandclawsmanawatu.co.nz\/products\/hikari-tropical-algae-wafer-sinking\"\u003eHikari Tropical Algae Wafer Sinking\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pawsandclawsmanawatu.co.nz\/products\/aqua-one-vege-wafers\"\u003eAqua One Vege Wafers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pawsandclawsmanawatu.co.nz\/products\/xtreme-scrapers-14mm-wafer-68g\"\u003eXtreme Scrapers 14mm Wafers \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ewhile 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir peaceful personality, manageable adult size and striking golden long fins make them a fantastic addition to many established tropical aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paws \u0026 Claws Manawatu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48247818387692,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1081\/5980\/files\/BlueandWhiteWavesCarWashPoster_1.png?v=1788146172","url":"https:\/\/pawsandclawsmanawatu.co.nz\/products\/locally-bred-golden-longfin-bristlenose-pleco-2-3cm","provider":"Paws and Claws Manawatu ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}