A beautiful algae-eating pleco with flowing fins and vibrant calico patterning
The Longfin Calico Bristlenose combines the practicality of a bristlenose pleco with stunning extended finnage and eye-catching calico colouration. Featuring a mix of orange, brown, and dark mottled markings, along with long flowing fins, this variety adds both beauty and function to the aquarium.
Like other bristlenose plecos, they are excellent algae grazers and spend their days exploring driftwood, rocks, and glass surfaces in search of food. Their elegant finnage gives them a graceful appearance as they move through the tank, making them a standout choice for planted and community aquariums. Hardy and adaptable, they are suitable for a wide range of tropical setups.
Need to Know:
Recommended For: Beginner to experienced aquarists and tropical community aquariums
Minimum Tank Size: 100 litres
Temperature Range: 23–28°C
pH Range: 6.0–7.5
Recommended School Size: Best kept singly or as a compatible pair
Compatibility: Peaceful; suitable with most community fish
Max Size: 12–15 cm
