{"product_id":"longfin-lemon-blue-eye-bristlenose-pleco","title":"Longfin Lemon Blue eye Bristlenose Pleco","description":"\u003cp\u003eHardy bottom-dwellers for your tank\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Longfin Blue eye Lemon Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus sp.) is a beautiful and useful freshwater algae-eating catfish known for its creamy yellow to pale coloration, blue eyes, and distinctive flowing fins. Like other bristlenose plecos, it develops small bristle-like growths around the nose and face as it matures, with males typically developing larger and more prominent bristles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe longfin variety features elongated, flowing fins that give this peaceful bottom-dweller an especially attractive appearance.  Longfin Bristlenose Plecos are hardy, relatively easy to care for, and excellent additions to peaceful community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 74–80°F (23–27°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epH: 6.5–7.8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4–6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e A minimum of 20 gallons is recommended for one adult, with larger aquariums preferred for multiple plecos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide good biological filtration and adequate water movement while maintaining areas of calmer water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sand or smooth gravel is suitable. Avoid sharp decorations that could damage the pleco's delicate long fins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquascape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide driftwood, caves, rocks, and plants for hiding and grazing. Driftwood is especially beneficial because plecos naturally rasp on wood as part of their feeding behavior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Normal aquarium lighting is suitable, but providing shaded areas and hiding places is important because plecos are primarily nocturnal and appreciate shelter during the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Changes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perform approximately 20–30% weekly water changes to maintain clean, stable water conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiet: Although they consume algae, algae alone is not a complete diet. Offer high-quality algae wafers, spirulina-based foods, and fresh vegetables such as zucchini, cucumber, or blanched spinach. Occasional protein-rich foods can also be offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful community fish are excellent companions. Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping species that may damage the long fins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize Options 1-2 inch 2.5+ inch Large Pair 1 Male and 1 Female 3.5+ inch\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premier Tropicals","offers":[{"title":"2\"","offer_id":54362895155493,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5+\"","offer_id":54362895188261,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1027\/6071\/0437\/files\/pt-longfin-lemon-blue-eye-bristlenose-pleco_e70858bf-e50c-4cb3-b31b-d97a919e26b9.jpg?v=1792036740","url":"https:\/\/www.premiertropicals.com\/products\/longfin-lemon-blue-eye-bristlenose-pleco","provider":"Premier Tropicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}