{"product_id":"ancistrus-spec-3-3-5cm","title":"Bristle Nose Catfish | Ancistrus spec. 3-3.5cm","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBristlenose Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bristlenose Catfish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/em\u003e sp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South America\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–15cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12 years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bristlenose Catfish is one of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish thanks to its peaceful nature and excellent algae-eating abilities. Recognisable by the bristle-like growths on mature males, this hardy species is well suited to community aquariums and helps keep tanks clean by grazing on algae and leftover food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBehaviour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBristlenose Catfish are peaceful bottom-dwellers that spend much of their time grazing on algae, driftwood and aquarium surfaces. They are generally solitary but can be kept with other peaceful fish. Males may become territorial towards other male Bristlenose Catfish in smaller aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 litres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide plenty of hiding places using caves, rocks and driftwood. Driftwood is particularly beneficial as it aids digestion. A well-filtered aquarium with good water movement and oxygenation is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for peaceful community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood tank mates include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTetras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRasboras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorydoras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRainbowfish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGouramis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLivebearers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid housing with aggressive or highly territorial fish that may harass bottom-dwellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHerbivore \/ Omnivore\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeds on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlgae wafers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSinking catfish pellets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh vegetables such as courgette, cucumber and spinach\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasional frozen foods including bloodworms and brine shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed once daily, preferably in the evening, ensuring enough food reaches the bottom of the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–27°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain excellent water quality with regular weekly water changes of 25–30%. Provide good filtration and plenty of oxygen. Although they consume algae, Bristlenose Catfish still require a balanced diet and should not be relied upon solely as a clean-up fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive Animals Are Click and Collect Only\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that we do not ship live animals. You can order online and collect in store.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petra - Aqua Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54274735309127,"sku":"1140537","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/BristleNoseCatfishAncistrusspec.3-3.5cm3.webp?v=1783097846","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/products\/ancistrus-spec-3-3-5cm","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}