{"product_id":"longfin-calico-bristlenose-pleco-ancistrus-sp-calico-tank-bred","title":"Longfin Calico Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus sp. \"Calico\") - Tank-Bred!","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e* For the safety of our animals, we now ship \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003elive fish\u003c\/span\u003e exclusively via UPS Next Day Air.  If your order contains this item, you will only see UPS Next Day Air as a shipping option during checkout *\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis longfin pleco variety is among the most unique and attractive of the \"bristlenose\" species, and is very undemanding, hardy, and adaptable!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Longfin Calico Bristlenose Pleco (\u003cem\u003eAncistrus \u003c\/em\u003esp. “Longfin Calico”), also known as the Bushynose or Bushymouth Pleco, is a member of the Loricariidae family of South American suckermouth catfishes. While many suckermouth catfish species have yet to be bred on any major scale in aquariums, the Longfin Calico Bristlenose Pleco is being propogated by a few commercial breeders. Its facial area becomes adorned with many bristle-like appendages beginning in sub-adulthood. Both sexes grow the appendages, but the growth and length is much more pronounced in males. This longfin variety is exceptionally elegant and unique with the combination of its facial “bristles” and extra long fins, which give it a “dragon-like” appearance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA generally peaceful and hardy species, the Longfin Calico Bristlenose Pleco is an excellent, undemanding candidate for most aquariums. Unlike the widely-seen Common Pleco (\u003cem\u003eHypostomus plecostomus\u003c\/em\u003e) and Trinidad Pleco (\u003cem\u003eHypostomus punctatus\u003c\/em\u003e), which easily reach a monstrous size of 18 to 20+ inches (45 to 51+ cm), the Longfin Calico Bristlenose Pleco grows to a size of only 4 to 5.9 inches (10 to 15 cm). This smaller size makes for a much more manageable (and less messy) pleco that can thrive permanently in a well-maintained aquarium as small as 30 to 40 gallons. Male plecos may be somewhat territorial with other males of their species, but disputes can usually be diffused by providing ample territory and hiding places for each fish. All other tankmates will be generally ignored, although it is possible that small shrimp fry might fall prey to the Longfin Calico Bristlenose Pleco. However, some large-scale shrimp suppliers breed Longfin Calico Bristlenose Plecos in the same pools they use for shrimp breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Longfin Calico Bristlenose Pleco is primarily nocturnal, but will often become active during daytime hours once established in an aquarium with plenty of driftwood, rockwork, and other hiding places. It is not known to eat wood heavily like some plecos (\u003cem\u003ePanaque\u003c\/em\u003e sp., etc.), but it may benefit from some supplementary wood (or bio-film on driftwood). The Longfin Calico Bristlenose Pleco will not bother most plants, but it will eat plenty of algae in the aquarium, especially as a juvenile. Feed the Longfin Calico Bristlenose Pleco a diet heavy in vegetable matter, including high-quality vegetable flakes, sinking algae wafers and pellets. It will also appreciate being fed some fresh vegetables such as shelled peas, spinach, zucchini and cucumber. Occasional meaty foods such as bloodworms are also beneficial when fed sparingly. This fish eats constantly, so too much meat\/animal protein in its diet can be unhealthy for the fish as well as the level of waste it produces in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*IMPORTANT*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Please \"Choose a Variant\" above before adding this fish to your cart. The variants we're currently offering are:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Juvenile (1 - 2 inches), unsexed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Juveniles (1 – 2 inches), unsexed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Juveniles (1 – 2 inches), unsexed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat We Like About This Fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncredibly elegant and unique appearance with black, brown, and cream coloration throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Longfin Calico Bristlenose Pleco is a very peaceful and hardy addition to almost any aquarium.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt a maximum size of 4 to 5.9 inches, this is a very practical and manageable fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis fish will not bother most plants, but it will likely help with algae control, especially as a juvenile. It will also scavenge and consume most uneaten fish food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Longfin Calico Bristlenose Pleco is an aquarium fish with a unique appearance as well as plenty of personality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARE GUIDELINES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiet: Omnivorous, but meatier foods should only be fed sparingly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSocial behavior: Generally solitary, but will socialize somewhat, especially during breeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Tank-bred, but indigenous to South America.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAverage adult size: 4 – 5.9 inches (10 - 15 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAverage purchase size: 1 - 3 inches (2.5 - 7.6 cm) for Juveniles, 4 – 5.9 inches (10 -15 cm) for Adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003epH level range: 6.5 - 7.5 (flexible as long as sudden changes are avoided.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTemperature range: 72° - 86° F (22° - 30° C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eKH: 6 - 10 dKH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMinimum tank size: 30 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAll Aquatic Arts brand plants and animals come with a 100% live arrival guarantee, plus free email support!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aquatic Arts","offers":[{"title":"1 Juvenile","offer_id":49069545423001,"sku":"ggn1790041756066","price":12.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Group of 3 Juveniles","offer_id":49069545455769,"sku":"nrd1790041756067","price":41.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Group of 6 Juveniles","offer_id":49069545488537,"sku":"hjx1790041756068","price":71.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/5995\/9961\/files\/longfin-calico-bristlenose-pleco-ancistrus-sp-calico---tank-bred_1.jpg?v=1790041759","url":"https:\/\/sweatcladk.shop\/products\/longfin-calico-bristlenose-pleco-ancistrus-sp-calico-tank-bred","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}