Calico Bristlenose Pleco | Ancistrus sp.

Calico Bristlenose Pleco   The Calico Bristlenose Pleco, also known as the Bushynose or Bushymouth Pleco, is an attractive and unique addition to any aquarium. This member of the Loricariidae family is a South American suckermouth catfish that grows to a size of 4 to 6 inches (10 to 16 cm), making it an ideal choice for most aquariums.Unlike other pleco species, the Calico Bristlenose Pleco is a generally peaceful and hardy fish that requires minimal care. It is an excellent scavenger and will help to control algae in the aquarium while eating excess food. Its facial area becomes littered with bristle-like appendages beginning in sub-adulthood, which is more pronounced in males, giving it a unique appearance and receiving the names Bristlenose, Bushynose or Bushymouth Pleco. The Calico Pleco is primarily nocturnal but will become active during daytime hours once established in an aquarium. Providing plenty of hiding places with driftwood and rockwork is essential for this pleco to thri