Specialty freshwater livestock
Super Red Bristlenose Pleco
Available now
This fiery little bottom-dweller isn’t just eye candy—it’s a hardworking algae assassin with attitude. The Super Red Bristlenose Pleco brings blazing color, peaceful vibes, and nonstop cleanup to your aquarium.
📦 What You’re Getting
Healthy, vibrant juvenile or adult
Acclimated to community-safe conditions
Packed with care, shipped with love
Ready to thrive in tanks 30 gallons and up
🧪 Quick Specs
Trait | Details |
Size | Up to 6 inches |
Temp | 72–86°F |
pH | 6.5–7.5 |
Diet | Omnivore (loves veggies!) |
Lifespan | 5–8 years |
Tank Size | 30+ gallons |
Photo Credit Uncle Joe
Species Care
🌡️ Water Parameters
- Temp: 72–86°F (22–30°C)
- pH: 6.5–7.5
- Hardness: Moderate
- Flow: Gentle to moderate
🏡 Tank Setup
- Min tank: 30 gallons
- Substrate: Soft sand or fine gravel
- Décor: Driftwood, caves, dense plants
- Lighting: Low to moderate
- Tankmates: Peaceful community fish (avoid aggressive species)
🍽️ Diet
- 🥒 Veggies: Blanched zucchini, spinach, green beans
- 🧼 Algae wafers & spirulina pellets
- 🧬 Protein: Occasional sinking pellets or frozen treats
- ✅ Feed variety for color, growth, and health
🐣 Breeding Tips
- Males develop bristles on snout
- Provide caves for spawning
- Eggs guarded by male until hatch
- Fry feed on biofilm and veggies