How big do longfin Bristlenose plecos get?
4 to 5 inches
Unlike the widely-seen Common Pleco (Hypostomus plecostomus) and Trinidad Pleco (Hypostomus punctatus), which easily reach a monstrous size of 18 to 20+ inches (45 to 51+ centimeters), the Longfin Bristlenose Pleco grows to a size of only 4 to 5 inches (10 to 13 centimeters).
How big do Bristlenose catfish get?
Bristlenose Catfish will grow from 7cm up to 15cm! The size a fish will grow to is largely dependent on the size of the tank and the amount of fish in your aquarium.
What is the difference between a pleco and Bristlenose catfish?
Both have similiar diet requirements but adult size is very different. Bristlenose adults will max out around 15cm while a pleco will get 45-60cm, so tank size and filtration long term need to be taken into account. Bristlenose are easily tank bred while plecos are bred seasonally in ponds, hence the price difference.
How long does it take for a Bristlenose catfish to reach full size?
After 2 years, Bristlenose Plecos reach their full size and will stop growing. If your fish is continuing to grow, it must be younger than this.
How many Bristlenose plecos should be kept together?
It is best to keep one male to 2 – 4 females per tank. When Bristlenose Plecos become aggressive, they will usually charge at other fish. Their bony exoskeletons and extensions can do quite a bit of damage to other fish.
Can Bristlenose plecos live with corydoras?
It really depends on the tank size and amounts of ornaments inside which have spaces for the bristlenoses to hide in. Additionally, if planning to add plecos to a tank with corys, observe their behaviour first – if there’s aggression, reconsider adding the plecos if tank size is small.
How fast do Bristlenose grow?
The majority of your bristlenose fry will stay under an inch for up to 3 months, then from 4 months up to 6 months, they may develop to between 2 and 3 inches. It then takes up to 2 years for bristlenose pleco to reach the average maximum of 6 inches.
What fish can live with Bristlenose pleco?
Any peaceful fish are fine tank mates for Bristlenose Plecos. They are great for community tanks with species like Neon Tetras, Platy fish, Guppies, and more. Some aquarists even pair them with known aggressors, such as bettas or African cichlids.
How do you know if your pleco is eating enough?
After you provide food for your pleco, watch and see if your pleco gobbles it down. If your pleco immediately begins to munch on the food, they may be overly hungry and need to be fed more often. If your pleco ignores the food, they may need to be fed less often.
Do Pleco fish get lonely?
When plecos reach maturity, they simply cannot get along with fellow plecos. They can be highly territorial around each other. When they’re alone and away from other plecos, they can make serene and pleasant community tank inhabitants, however.