{"product_id":"baby-super-red-bushynose-pleco-1","title":"BABY Super Red Bushynose Pleco (1”)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"99\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"312\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"201\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"201\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"121\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cem data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"134\"\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/em\u003e sp. “Super Red”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"312\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"312\"\u003eA selectively bred variant of the common bristlenose pleco, known for its bright orange to red coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"317\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"343\"\u003eNatural Environment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"667\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"488\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"488\"\u003eNative forms of \u003cem data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"373\"\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/em\u003e are found in shallow, well-oxygenated streams and tributaries in the Amazon and Orinoco basins of South America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"595\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"595\"\u003eTheir habitat typically has sandy or rocky bottoms, submerged wood and roots, and moderate water flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"667\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"598\" data-end=\"667\"\u003eIn the wild, they graze on algae, biofilm, and small invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"672\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"694\"\u003eSize \u0026amp; Lifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"847\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"746\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"746\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"713\"\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: Around 4.5–6 inches (10–15 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"847\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"847\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"761\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e: Typically 5–10 years, with some individuals living longer in excellent conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"909\"\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size, Water Conditions \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"925\"\u003eTank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: At least 20 gallons for an adult. 30+ gallons is recommended for pair\/community setup \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 72–80 °F (22–27 °C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6.0–7.5, though they can adapt within 5.5–8.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003eWater Changes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Weekly changes of 20–30% to maintain good water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003eHabitat Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e: Provide soft substrate such as sand or smooth gravel to protect their mouths, plenty of caves and hiding places, driftwood for grazing and shelter, and live or artificial plants for cover. Moderate water flow and oxygenation are preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003eTankmates \u0026amp; Behavior\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e: Peaceful, nocturnal bottom dwellers. Active mostly at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003eGood Tankmates\u003c\/strong\u003e: Small, calm community fish such as tetras, rasboras, guppies, Corydoras, dwarf gouramis, and peaceful livebearers. Larger sized bushynose can go with medium sized Central\/South American and African Cichlids with caution*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eAvoid\u003c\/strong\u003e: Large, aggressive fish that may bully or outcompete them for food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Males can be territorial toward each other, especially around caves. Multiple hiding spots help reduce aggression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2045\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2434\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003ePrimary Foods\u003c\/strong\u003e: Algae wafers, sinking pleco pellets, and natural biofilm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2229\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2229\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003eVegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blanched zucchini, cucumber, spinach, peas, and green beans are excellent staples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2230\" data-end=\"2341\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2341\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003eProtein Treats\u003c\/strong\u003e: Offer sparingly—such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, or daphnia—to avoid digestive issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2342\" data-end=\"2434\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2434\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003eFeeding Frequency\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1–2 times per day, removing uneaten food to keep the water clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2454\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"3031\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"2599\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2599\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2467\"\u003eMethod\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cave spawners. The male lures a female into a cave, where eggs are deposited. He then guards and fans the eggs until they hatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2697\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2697\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2616\"\u003eConditions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Slightly cooler water changes and tight spawning caves help trigger breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2698\" data-end=\"2815\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2815\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2717\"\u003eParental Care\u003c\/strong\u003e: Males guard the eggs (3–7 days incubation) and often protect fry until they are free-swimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2816\" data-end=\"2930\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2818\" data-end=\"2930\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2818\" data-end=\"2830\"\u003eFry Care\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fry initially feed on their yolk sacs, then on soft vegetables, biofilm, and driftwood surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2931\" data-end=\"3031\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2933\" data-end=\"3031\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2933\" data-end=\"2940\"\u003eTip\u003c\/strong\u003e: Providing at least two caves per male increases success and reduces territorial fights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Global Fish Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53923442065727,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/0455\/8407\/files\/B9A267C3-B4CB-4392-BD62-674D282D559A.jpg?v=1782744167","url":"https:\/\/globalfishco.com\/es\/products\/baby-super-red-bushynose-pleco-1","provider":"Global Fish Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}