Albino Bushynose (Ancistrus sp.)
Remarks: Bushynose, or Bristlenose Plecos, belong to the genus Ancistrus. The common Bushynose Plecos you see available today are likely line-bred from A. cirrhosus. Males will develop long and elaborate tentacles on their faces, though females may develop bristles as well. They come in a variety of color forms. They are mostly non-aggressive, though they may fight for dominance over a specific cave with other Plecos. Albino Bushynose are typically yellow or white in color with a red eye. You may see some patterning on their bodies, left over from their ancestry. Scientific Name: Ancistrus sp. Common Name: Albino Bushynose Pleco Max Size: 5" pH: 5.0-8.0 Hardness: Moderate Temperature: 70-80° Aggressiveness: Peaceful Region of Origin: South America Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred Diet: Algae wafers, vegetables, occasional frozen foods. Compatibility: Plecos, catfish, schooling fish, livebearers, rainbowfish. Tank Mate Options: Electric Blue Acara German Blue Ram Rummynose Tetra