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Bristlenose Catfish

Bristlenose Catfish

Ancistrus sp.

Taxonomy

Class: Actinopterygii

Order: Siluriformes

Family: Loricariidae

Subfamily: Ancistrinae

Origin: Bryum

Size

0-13 cm

The male bears antler-like growths on the forehead.

Diet

Herbivore
Limnivore

Food

Cucumber
Carrots
Catfish Tabs
Algae
Food Tablets
Algae Growth

Water Parameters

Temperature (°C):21-30 °C

pH:5.8-7.8

Carbonate Hardness (dKH):0-30 dKH

Total Hardness (dGH):0-40 dGH

CO2 (mg/L):0-20 mg/L

Tank Requirements

Tank Length (cm):80-180 cm

Nano Tank:No

Amazonien , 5/10/2026 - Aqua Diary
Biotope

Amazonien

507 L4/9/2025
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Johann